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Position: Music Therapist, Neurology Research

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: Per Diem

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC),our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for an experienced board-certified music therapist to serve on an interdisciplinary clinical research team in the inpatient/acute hospital setting at Boston Medical Center.  Our research program is focused on the prevention and treatment of hospital-acquired delirium in older adults. The primary patient focus will be on patients with neurological conditions, specifically Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The music therapist will be helping design intervention protocols and administering music therapy sessions to hospitalized patients with neurological disorders.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with neurologists, physicians from other specialties, nurses and other hospital healthcare workers, patients and their families, and medical student and neurology residents in this research program.
• Demonstrate knowledge in various diagnoses related to neurological disease
• Demonstrate knowledge in various clinical presentations resulting from a neurologic injury or disease (i.e. aphasia, neglect, gait deficits, cognitive impairment and behavioral disturbances).
• Contribute to the development of a targeted intervention for hospital-acquired delirium in patients with neurodegenerative diseases. This intervention is being developed in coordination with other consulting music therapists at other study sites, and the Boston Medical Center MT will join this dynamic team.
• Deliver MT sessions to hospitalized patients. These sessions will be personalized and culturally sensitive in our diverse patient population. It will be critical to adjust approaches based on in-the-moment responses and to adapt music therapy interventions to suit the patient’s unique needs and abilities.
• Plan, evaluate, and document MT sessions based on various theory of music and mechanism-focused frameworks.
• Strategize with the research team in order to identify and troubleshoot barriers to the music therapy delivery and related research protocols.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science or higher – Music Therapy from an accredited program (Master’s level preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• MT-BC license (Board Certified)

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 3 years of of experience in neurologic music therapy or music therapy in older adults

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA):

• Knowledge about theoretical frameworks for neurologic music therapy.
• Experienced in working with older adults with cognitive impairment and dementia. The individual must be comfortable in the context of a patient with delirium, including behavioral disturbances and agitation, and must be willing and able to adapt the music therapy intervention to patients experiencing these challenges.
• Able to work independently as well as contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Flexibility in a fast-paced environment, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The MVPP Engagement Specialist will play a crucial role in engaging identified multi-visit patients within BMC’s Emergency Department. This role will bring skills in patient engagement to build positive relationships, identify goals, and execute plans with the MVPP patient population. The Engagement Specialist should have a passion for working with patients affected by chronic homelessness, substance use disorders, and severe and persistent mental illness. This role requires practicing non-judgmental patient centered care and cultural humility in order to engage an impacted patient population who is often marginalized within the healthcare system.

As part of the Population Health Department’s Multi Visit Patient Program, this role will report to the Senior Manager of Behavioral Health, Population Health and work closely with the MVPP Clinical Manager. Work will be completed within the Emergency Department setting and require close collaboration with ED staff. This is a full-time position during non-traditional hours (overnight/second shift) with some flexibility in days of the week worked depending on department schedule.

Position: Engagement Specialist, Multi Visit Patient Program (MVPP),Overnight       

Department: Population Health

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Engage MVPP patients being seen in the BMC ED during overnight hours utilizing tracking/reporting tools within EPIC as well as rounding in the ED and waiting room
• Build rapport, trust and positive relationships with MVPP patients through collaborative and patient-centered approaches
• Utilizing approaches such as motivational interviewing and coaching, engage patients in identifying unmet needs and care goals
• Execute care management goals identified by patient and MVPP team such as getting ROIs signed, shelter referrals, housing paperwork, that can be accomplished during overnight hours
• Complete timely and through documentation of all patient encounters using template notes within EPIC
• Write thorough “end of shift reports” about patient encounters for MVPP Clinical Manager and MVPP interns working day time hours
• Coordinate with overnight ED staff including providers, nurses, and social workers to support MVPP patients, advocating for unique needs of multi-visit patient population when indicated
• Escalate concerns regarding unmet patient population needs and ED workflows to MVPP Clinical Manager and Senior Manager of Behavioral Health, Population Health.
• Act as a representative for the Multi Visit Patient Program during overnight hours in the ED
• Comply with all data entry, data integrity, and data tracking requirements for BMC
• Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma (or equivalent) required. Associate or bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or related human services field is highly preferred.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• At least two years of experience working in social services or healthcare setting preferred.
• Personal lived experience with addiction, mental illness, and/or homelessness is valued in this program, but not required.
• Prior experience working with individuals experiencing chronic homelessness preferred
• Prior experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders and/or severe and persistent mental illness preferred
• Prior experience working in emergency services setting preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

License in relevant behavioral health discipline preferred but not required, such as CHW, CARC, LADC, etc.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of community resources and healthcare systems commonly used by the patient population. Preference for individual with knowledge of Boston area resources specifically.
• Basic knowledge of common mental health diagnoses and skills/passion to engage individuals with untreated and/or symptomatic chronic mental illness
• Basic knowledge of substance use disorders and skills/passion to utilize a person centered and harm reduction focused approach
• Knowledge of homeless services and passion for serving individuals who are unhoused through a non-stigmatizing, patient-centered approach.
• Understanding of the social determinants of health impacting this patient population and importance in addressing them (housing, food insecurity, transportation, etc.).
• Ability to practice cultural humility and desire to work with diverse, multi-cultural and multi-lingual populations and colleagues
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner with healthcare providers, patients and families, general public, staff members, external agencies, and other organizational leaders.
• Ability to work independently and to make decisions based on established policies and procedures.
• Proficient oral and written English communication skills.
• Bi-lingual and/or bi-cultural candidates preferred
• Intermediate Microsoft Office suite experience (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Experience using an electronic health record preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The MVPP Engagement Specialist will play a crucial role in engaging identified multi-visit patients within BMC’s Emergency Department. This role will bring skills in patient engagement to build positive relationships, identify goals, and execute plans with the MVPP patient population. The Engagement Specialist should have a passion for working with patients affected by chronic homelessness, substance use disorders, and severe and persistent mental illness. This role requires practicing non-judgmental patient centered care and cultural humility in order to engage an impacted patient population who is often marginalized within the healthcare system.

As part of the Population Health Department’s Multi Visit Patient Program, this role will report to the Senior Manager of Behavioral Health, Population Health and work closely with the MVPP Clinical Manager. Work will be completed within the Emergency Department setting and require close collaboration with ED staff. This is a full time position during non-traditional hours (overnight/second shift) with some flexibility in days of the week worked depending on department schedule.

Position: Multi Visit Patient Program (MVPP) Engagement Specialist, Evening       

Department: Population Health

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Engage MVPP patients being seen in the BMC ED during overnight hours utilizing tracking/reporting tools within EPIC as well as rounding in the ED and waiting room
• Build rapport, trust and positive relationships with MVPP patients through collaborative and patient-centered approaches
• Utilizing approaches such as motivational interviewing and coaching, engage patients in identifying unmet needs and care goals
• Execute care management goals identified by patient and MVPP team such as getting ROIs signed, shelter referrals, housing paperwork, that can be accomplished during overnight hours
• Complete timely and through documentation of all patient encounters using template notes within EPIC
• Write thorough “end of shift reports” about patient encounters for MVPP Clinical Manager and MVPP interns working day time hours
• Coordinate with overnight ED staff including providers, nurses, and social workers to support MVPP patients, advocating for unique needs of multi-visit patient population when indicated
• Escalate concerns regarding unmet patient population needs and ED workflows to MVPP Clinical Manager and Senior Manager of Behavioral Health, Population Health.
• Act as a representative for the Multi Visit Patient Program during overnight hours in the ED
• Comply with all data entry, data integrity, and data tracking requirements for BMC
• Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma (or equivalent) required. Associate or bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or related human services field is highly preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

License in relevant behavioral health discipline preferred but not required, such as CHW, CARC, LADC, etc.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least two years of experience working in social services or healthcare setting preferred.
• Personal lived experience with addiction, mental illness, and/or homelessness is valued in this program, but not required.
• Prior experience working with individuals experiencing chronic homelessness preferred
• Prior experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders and/or severe and persistent mental illness preferred
• Prior experience working in emergency services setting preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of community resources and healthcare systems commonly used by the patient population. Preference for individual with knowledge of Boston area resources specifically.
• Basic knowledge of common mental health diagnoses and skills/passion to engage individuals with untreated and/or symptomatic chronic mental illness
• Basic knowledge of substance use disorders and skills/passion to utilize a person centered and harm reduction focused approach
• Knowledge of homeless services and passion for serving individuals who are unhoused through a non-stigmatizing, patient-centered approach.
• Understanding of the social determinants of health impacting this patient population and importance in addressing them (housing, food insecurity, transportation, etc.).
• Ability to practice cultural humility and desire to work with diverse, multi-cultural and multi-lingual populations and colleagues
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner with healthcare providers, patients and families, general public, staff members, external agencies, and other organizational leaders.
• Ability to work independently and to make decisions based on established policies and procedures.
• Proficient oral and written English communication skills.
• Bi-lingual and/or bi-cultural candidates preferred
• Intermediate Microsoft Office suite experience (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Experience using an electronic health record preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.