MUSIC THERAPIST (BA)

UHS • Spokane, WA

49d

About The Position

The Music Therapist provides evidence-based music interventions to support the emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being of patients in a psychiatric behavioral health setting. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate music therapy as a therapeutic modality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program.
• MT-BC (Board Certified Music Therapist) required.
• Washington State Music Therapy License.
• Strong musical proficiency, therapeutic communication, and crisis intervention skills.
• Need to be physically fit and able to perform all required recreational therapy activities.
• Ability to work with various patient age groups (adolescent, adult and geriatric).
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to stand, or walk up to six hours, sit for up to two hours.
• Ability to occasionally push/pull wheeled carts up to 200 lbs. (i.e. crash carts, patients on stretchers or in wheel chairs).
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 10 lbs. (charts, records).
• Ability to see well enough to read written material.
• Ability to discern a variety of odors.
• Ability to handle hazardous/infectious waste on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work in an environment where the noise level is frequently high where chemicals are frequently used for cleaning; where mechanical and electrical hazards may occasionally be present; and where dust, mist, and steam are frequently generated in housekeeping tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience, preferably with knowledge of psychiatric patient care and an understanding of mental illness.
• Direct experience in group facilitation is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop music therapy treatment plans aligned with clinical goals.
• Facilitate individual and group music therapy sessions using singing, instrument play, songwriting, and music listening.
• Document patient progress and outcomes in compliance with hospital and state regulations.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers to integrate music therapy into comprehensive care plans.
• Maintain ethical standards and adhere to Washington State licensing requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees