Certified Music Therapist

Department: Holtz Women's and Children - Music Therapist Address: 1611 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136 Shift Details: Per Diem, On Call/Pool, Days

Why Jackson: Holtz Children's Hospital at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center is one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the southeast United States, where UHealth - University of Miami Health System physicians treat children from throughout Florida and the Caribbean. Holtz Children's is known worldwide for its care of critically ill newborns in its neonatal intensive care unit, which is one of the largest in the United States and boasts some of the best medical outcomes. In collaboration with the Miami Transplant Institute, Holtz Children's is one of only three centers in the country that specializes in pediatric multi-organ transplants. It is home to one of only three state-accredited comprehensive children's kidney failure centers and one of the largest pediatric kidney transplant programs in the world. The Children's Heart Center at Holtz Children's is the only comprehensive children's heart program in South Florida. In partnership with the University of Miami, Holtz Children's also trains the most pediatric physicians of any medical center in the southeastern United States.

• The Music Therapist will establish a music therapy program for children with chronic illnesses that require daily, ongoing nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapy along with respiratory support.

• Assesses needs and administers direct music therapy treatments in order to provide habilitative and rehabilitative services to patients', both individually and in groups.
• Plans and organizes music therapeutic activities in accordance with patients' needs, capabilities and interest.
• Participates in instrumental and vocal music activities designed to meet patients' needs such as solo or group singing, rhythmic music activities or playing in bands.
• Observes and evaluates patients' reactions to various experiences and prepares reports documenting therapeutic changes.
• Coordinates the music therapy treatment program with other therapy programs treatment provided by other treatment team members.
• Develops a music therapy student practicum and internship program, a volunteer program and act as a liaison in the community.
• Maintains a music library, and necessary materials, equipment, and supplies. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team in provision of direct patient care. Participates in the development of grant proposals for future funding of the program.
• Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence related to the work. Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).

Generally requires 3 to 5 years of related experience. Professional clinical experience with medical needs of children/adolescent programming, proficiency in piano/keyboard and/or guitar required (live audition or video tape may be requested).

Bachelor's degree in related field is required

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. Also required: Excellent customer service and communications skills with children, co-workers, and family members. Knowledge of music theory and music instruction methods. Knowledge of the various appropriate music therapy activities used for the therapeutic treatment of mentally or physically handicapped patients. Knowledge of equipment used in music therapy work. Knowledge of musical program planning.

Music Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC) is required.

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) with 6 months validity

Physical Requirements - Job function requires extended standing or walking. Must be able to carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds. Able to lift or move objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices. Jobs in this group require frequent visual acuity to perform activities related to extended use of computers.

Environmental Conditions - Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public. Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment. May also be exposed to needle sticks, airborne infections, medical gases, X-Ray, chemical exposures and other potential hazards. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when exposed to infectious/clinical hospital environment.