Hospice of the Midwest is hiring: Music Therapist - Hospice in Guthrie Center
Hospice of the Midwest, Guthrie Center, IA, United States
Overview
Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a compassionate and creative Music Therapist to cover the Guthrie Center service area and some of Des Moines. This PRN position emphasizes patient comfort, connection, and dignity through the healing power of music. Location: covers Guthrie Center service area and some of Des Moines. Schedule: PRN.
Benefits
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
Responsibilities
Assess patients’ functional status, music-related 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
Benefits and Perks
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
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Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a compassionate and creative Music Therapist to cover the Guthrie Center service area and some of Des Moines. This PRN position emphasizes patient comfort, connection, and dignity through the healing power of music. Location: covers Guthrie Center service area and some of Des Moines. Schedule: PRN.
Benefits
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
Responsibilities
Assess patients’ functional status, music-related 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
Benefits and Perks
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
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