Music Therapist Baylor Scott & White Dallas, Texas
- Location/Facility: Baylor Scott & White - Dallas, Texas
- Shift/Schedule: FT Day Shift
- Prefer candidates with in patient hospital experience
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
- Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
The Music Therapist provides evidence-based music therapy interventions. These include assessment, treatment, and ongoing evaluation for patients and families. The therapy addresses physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Directs music therapy sessions to improve patient’s mental health and physical well-being.
- Serves patients, families and caregivers by assessing their emotional and physical state and offering appropriate musical interventions.
- Provides therapeutic music at the bedside and in outpatient areas.
- Responds to referrals in a timely manner, setting appropriate priorities regarding referrals.
- Confers with members of the treatment team to plan and evaluate patient goals and desired outcomes.
- Serves as a resource to create an aesthetic and artistic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff throughout Baylor Scott & White Healthcare System.
- Creates and sustains an attentive, helpful, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.
- Mentors Music Therapy practicum students and interns.
Key Success Factors
- Experience providing music interventions in a healthcare setting is required.
- Skilled musician.
- Ability to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and/or customer service concerns.
- Ability to give clear, concise and complete education and/or instructions.
- Works well in a patient centered environment as an integral team player.
- Ability to adjust communication style to suit different audiences.
- Caring listener, delicate, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious and tactful.
- Ability to calm upset patients in a composed and professional demeanor.
- Masters Degree preferred
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Bachelor's
- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION
- Board Cert Music Therapist (MTBC)
