Music Therapist

Employer: St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Type: Part Time Fixed Term
Hours: 7.6 per fortnight
Closing Date:  22/07/2022

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Summary

As part of a research study, the music therapist will be responsible for the delivery of a high quality music therapy program to patients with advanced, non-malignant lung diseases (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or interstitial lung disease) and their caregivers who are taking part in the SINFONIA: Singing for breathing clinical trial over the next two years. This is a randomised, double arm, mixed methods study comparing an online group singing program over 12 weeks with standard care.

The music therapist will join a vibrant research team and contribute to the development of an exciting singing program for the trial and longer-term. Additionally, there are opportunities for the music therapist to develop and lead research within this area together with the research team.

What is Offered

• Salary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Career development & advancement encouraged
• Culture of continuous improvement
• CBD Location, close to Public Transport and close to lots of car parks

Selection Criteria

• Current registration as a Music Therapist with Australian Music Therapy Association Inc
• Substantial post graduate experience in a hospital or health care setting
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with computer applications
• Knowledge of music technology applicable to therapeutic practices
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team
• Current National history check, or willing to obtain