Music Therapist - Hospice

Hospice of the Midwest

Office Location: Des Moines, IA Coverage 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

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

• 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