Music Therapist (Hospice)
Listed compensation
$28-$32/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
At Moments Hospice, we never want our staff to have to stress about their commute. That’s why our winning compensation package includes a fleet car benefit option with gas and insurance covered. Enjoy a vehicle for both business and personal use at a minimal cost to you. We fuel more than just your career when you join our team – apply now!
Why Join Moments Hospice? Unleash the power of music at Moments Hospice! As a Music Therapist, you'll play a vital role in alleviating patients' symptoms through personalized music therapy interventions. Make a real difference by creating a more peaceful and comfortable environment for patients during their final days.
Thrive in a rewarding environment with clear expectations, on-call support, and opportunities for professional growth through structured training and educational development programs. Embrace the autonomy and variety of hospice care while collaborating directly with our clinical team.
Moments Hospice fosters a collaborative spirit, where you can contribute to our team's success and achieve your musical and therapeutic goals. Join our team and become a Music Therapist making a lasting impact on patients and their families!
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Master's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program
- Must be Board Certified as a Music Therapist by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT).
- Musical intelligence with a variety of instrument experience
- Understanding of hospice philosophy and comfort providing specialized care to the terminally ill
Effective Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations (Vulnerable Adult/Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to Know)
- Valid Driver’s license
Responsibilities
- Lead and assist patients in music therapy interventions
- Reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, etc. through music
- Educate the clinical team on music therapy appropriateness and contraindications
Maintain accurate records (clinical notes, charts, coordination notes) within 24 hours of sessions and update as needed
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company car with fuel and insurance covered
- Company cell phone
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO accruing immediately
- 401(k) with company matching
$28 - $32 an hour
Apply Now: We make it easy for you to apply and join our team. Experience a career that not only meets your professional goals but also provides a supportive community committed to your success.
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Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Music Therapist (Hospice) at Moments Hospice a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,885 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 57% are remote, 28% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,885 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $58k–$67k | Mental Health Therapy median $54k (middle half $39k–$61k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$71k in purchasing power | Iowa index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Iowa | 96 active | 7,870 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 57% remote · 28% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Iowa Counselor listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 11% offer loan repayment174 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | +1.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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