What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Therapist - Hospice position at Hospice of the Midwest?
Our Company
Hospice of the Midwest
Overview
Office Location: Des Moines, IACoverage area: Des Moines, IA
Schedule: Days, FT
Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a compassionate and creative Music Therapist in Des Moines, IA. Our Music Therapists are a key part of our interdisciplinary team, providing comfort, connection and dignity to patients through the healing power of music. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your musical talents and empathy truly shine, apply today!
How YOU will benefit
- Flexible and inspired work—bringing your talents to life through therapy
- Create a sense of peace for patients and families during final moments
- Build connections and honor life stories
- Ability to work independently while also having team support
- Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company
As a Music Therapist You will:
- Assess patients’ functional status, musical responses, and preferences
- Develop individualized treatment plans to help patients meet goals
- Deliver music therapy using instruments, singing, movement, and listening
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress regularly and update care team
- Maintain accurate clinical records and communicate changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care
- Participate in meetings, training, and quality improvement initiatives
- Educate patients, families, caregivers, and staff on treatment plans
Responsibilities
Benefits and Perks for You!
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO
- Mileage reimbursement
- Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!
*Benefits may vary by employment status
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in music therapy from an AMTA-approved program
- Board-certified (MT-BC) by CBMT
- Preferred: 2 years clinical music therapy experience
- Valid driver’s license with insured, reliable vehicle
- Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
- Understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life issues
About our Line of Business
At Hospice of the Midwest, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of the Midwest, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit www.hospiceofthemidwest.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.