Music Therapist Jobs
Music Therapist jobs are open across hospitals, schools, hospice and palliative care, and mental health clinics, from entry-level to board-certified senior clinicians, with specializations in neurologic music therapy, pediatric care, and geriatric care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Definition:
Provides music therapy for patients, families and staff, as appropriate.
Qualifications:
- CBMT Board Certification and complies with continuing music therapy education requirements.
- High customer service orientation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate musical skills with competence and include soothing singing, guitar and piano proficiency and knowledge of other recreational instruments.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of music therapy research and use best practices in clinical interventions.
- Must be able to recognize patient/family strengths and weaknesses as well as their support systems. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to assess, provide, and interpret age-related data and interpret age-specific responses to symptom management in treatment.
- Attendance is a condition of employment.
- Implements, plans and completes the music therapy assessment with the patient and family when referred in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Guides the patient in the use of creative therapeutic activities for the purpose of improving or maintaining mental and physical functions and quality of life.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of music therapy services with the patient.
- Documents all services provided to hospice patients and families in the clinical record.
- Instructs other care team members including, when appropriate, hospice aides, volunteers and family members in the use of music to achieve individualized care plan goals. Provides in-services to staff, hospitals, nursing homes, and other related facilities as requested and determined appropriate by supervisor.
- Participates in special events when appropriate and allowable due to regular scheduled duties.
- Follows appropriate standards of practice as set forth by the American Music Therapy Association and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
- Educate and provide in-services to hospice staff members and community members on the appropriate use of the music therapy program and encourages referrals from all clinical staff and volunteers.
- Uses music therapy to treat a variety of medical, psychological, emotional, spiritual and social needs of patients/families in an age-appropriate manner as well as being consistent with patient/family cultures, religions and values.
- Participates in weekly IDT care planning meetings and contributes the music therapist’s perspective of the clinical needs of patients/families while educating team members about the use of music therapy in meeting care plan needs.
- Provides in-services regarding the use of music therapy in hospice to staff and community members.
- Maintain a high level of urgency, customer consciousness and service excellence.
- Participate as an active supporter of the Treasure Coast Hospice compliance program, including an emphasis to report, as well as complying with all Federal, State and Local laws as well as the organization’s compliance program.
- Fulfill all responsibilities related to the success of the strategic plan of the organization, as requested and assigned.
- Position will be categorized as category III (involves no routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids/tissues).
- Standing
- Sitting
- Walking
- Lifting (raising or lowering without mechanical aids) 50 lbs.
- Pushing or pulling
- Carrying objects
- Climbing (ascending or descending stairs or ladders)
- Crouching (bending at the knees)
- Crawling (moving about on hands and knees)
- Stooping (bending at the waist)
- Reaching (extending hands and arms in any direction)
- Handling (seizing, holding, grasping or turning objects)
- Typing, picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingertips
- Using arm muscles frequently
- Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods
- Transferring patient: transfer from bed to chair, transfer from chair to bed and transfer from chair to toilet
Incumbent may be required to perform emergency duty before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency, crisis situation or disaster (man-made or natural) including evacuation sites. The person in the position will work in a smoke-free location and is expected to adhere to all smoking restrictions.
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Definition:
Provides music therapy for patients, families and staff, as appropriate.
Qualifications:
- CBMT Board Certification and complies with continuing music therapy education requirements.
- High customer service orientation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate musical skills with competence and include soothing singing, guitar and piano proficiency and knowledge of other recreational instruments.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of music therapy research and use best practices in clinical interventions.
- Must be able to recognize patient/family strengths and weaknesses as well as their support systems. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to assess, provide, and interpret age-related data and interpret age-specific responses to symptom management in treatment.
- Attendance is a condition of employment.
- Implements, plans and completes the music therapy assessment with the patient and family when referred in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Guides the patient in the use of creative therapeutic activities for the purpose of improving or maintaining mental and physical functions and quality of life.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of music therapy services with the patient.
- Documents all services provided to hospice patients and families in the clinical record.
- Instructs other care team members including, when appropriate, hospice aides, volunteers and family members in the use of music to achieve individualized care plan goals. Provides in-services to staff, hospitals, nursing homes, and other related facilities as requested and determined appropriate by supervisor.
- Participates in special events when appropriate and allowable due to regular scheduled duties.
- Follows appropriate standards of practice as set forth by the American Music Therapy Association and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
- Educate and provide in-services to hospice staff members and community members on the appropriate use of the music therapy program and encourages referrals from all clinical staff and volunteers.
- Uses music therapy to treat a variety of medical, psychological, emotional, spiritual and social needs of patients/families in an age-appropriate manner as well as being consistent with patient/family cultures, religions and values.
- Participates in weekly IDT care planning meetings and contributes the music therapist’s perspective of the clinical needs of patients/families while educating team members about the use of music therapy in meeting care plan needs.
- Provides in-services regarding the use of music therapy in hospice to staff and community members.
- Maintain a high level of urgency, customer consciousness and service excellence.
- Participate as an active supporter of the Treasure Coast Hospice compliance program, including an emphasis to report, as well as complying with all Federal, State and Local laws as well as the organization’s compliance program.
- Fulfill all responsibilities related to the success of the strategic plan of the organization, as requested and assigned.
- Position will be categorized as category III (involves no routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids/tissues).
- Standing
- Sitting
- Walking
- Lifting (raising or lowering without mechanical aids) 50 lbs.
- Pushing or pulling
- Carrying objects
- Climbing (ascending or descending stairs or ladders)
- Crouching (bending at the knees)
- Crawling (moving about on hands and knees)
- Stooping (bending at the waist)
- Reaching (extending hands and arms in any direction)
- Handling (seizing, holding, grasping or turning objects)
- Typing, picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingertips
- Using arm muscles frequently
- Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods
- Transferring patient: transfer from bed to chair, transfer from chair to bed and transfer from chair to toilet
Incumbent may be required to perform emergency duty before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency, crisis situation or disaster (man-made or natural) including evacuation sites. The person in the position will work in a smoke-free location and is expected to adhere to all smoking restrictions.
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Who's Hiring
- St. Croix Hospice11
- Voices Together7
- Community Health and Wellness5
- Optum3
- VITAS Healthcare3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Education2
- Insurance2
- Science & Research2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in music therapist jobs.
- Board Certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC) from CBMT required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in music therapy from an AMTA-approved program
- Completed 1,200-hour clinical internship under a board-certified supervisor
- Proficiency in guitar, piano, or voice for individual and group sessions
- Experience writing SOAP, DAP, or similar clinical progress notes
- CPR and First Aid certification, often required before first day
Tips for Your Music Therapist Job Search
Lead your resume with MT-BC credentials
Hiring managers in clinical settings scan for board certification before reading anything else. Put your MT-BC designation directly after your name in the header so it appears above the fold, and list your CBMT certification number if the posting asks for verification.
Tailor your clinical hours to each setting
A pediatric hospital and a correctional facility weight different internship hours very differently. Pull the specific population language from each job posting and mirror it in your experience bullets so your supervised hours read as directly relevant to that employer.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists music therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Build a session-documentation sample for interviews
Many employers ask new hires to demonstrate how they write SOAP or DAP progress notes. Bring a redacted sample treatment plan and session documentation to your interview so you can walk through your clinical reasoning and documentation style concretely.
Target postings that name your primary instrument
Some facilities prioritize guitar and voice for group programming while others need keyboard proficiency for neurologic rehabilitation protocols. Search for your strongest instrument alongside the role title to surface openings where your skill set is a direct match rather than a gap.
Ask about caseload size and documentation tools before accepting
Caseload expectations and electronic health record systems vary widely between hospice agencies, school districts, and inpatient units. Asking about both in your final-round interview signals clinical maturity and helps you evaluate whether the role is sustainable before you commit.
Music Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most music therapists?
The companies hiring the most music therapists right now include St. Croix Hospice, Voices Together, and Community Health and Wellness, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in health systems, hospice networks, and school districts.
How many music therapist jobs are remote?
About 19% of music therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical roles. Telehealth music therapy for individual outpatient clients and remote clinical supervision or consulting positions account for the largest share of those flexible arrangements.
How do you become a music therapist?
You earn a bachelor's or master's degree in music therapy from a program approved by the American Music Therapy Association, complete a supervised internship of at least 1,200 hours, then pass the national board certification exam administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists to earn the MT-BC credential. Some states require an additional license on top of board certification, so check your state's requirements before applying.
Can you get hired as a music therapist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level music therapist roles exist specifically for new MT-BC holders who have completed their internship. Employers in school districts and community mental health centers are often the most open to new graduates. Highlighting your internship population focus, any volunteer clinical hours, and instrument proficiency helps your application stand out when your paid experience is limited.
What does the music therapist interview process look like?
Most music therapist interviews include a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a clinical interview with a supervising therapist or department director who asks about your treatment planning approach and documentation practice. Many employers also request a brief skills demonstration where you facilitate a short session or perform for the panel to assess your clinical musicianship before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to music therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to music therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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