About the role#
MedRhythms, Inc. is seeking a Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) intern to join the Therapy Division in Boston. This internship offers the opportunity to gain clinical experience in neuro-rehabilitation, focusing on the intersection of music, neuroscience, and technology to support patient recovery.
What you'll do#
- Complete 1040 hours of internship, including approximately 900 hours of direct clinical care.
- Develop a foundational understanding of neurologic populations, NMT research, neuroanatomy, and the neuroscience of music.
- Build working relationships with interdisciplinary teams, including physical, occupational, and speech therapists, as well as nursing and medical staff.
- Observe and facilitate individual and group assessments and sessions using NMT interventions.
- Develop patient treatment plans and establish specific goals and objectives.
- Complete documentation for all clinical sessions provided.
- Increase proficiency in standardized assessments and articulate the importance of measuring patient progress.
- Communicate the benefits of NMT to interdisciplinary teams, patients, and family members.
- Participate in supervision and conduct an in-service presentation on NMT.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Music Therapy degree program.
- Strong clinical skills in administering NMT interventions.
- Strong clinical musicianship.
- Ability to work effectively in a flexible, high-demand environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A self-motivated approach with high energy and grit.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality as mandated by HIPAA.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Commitment: Full-time.
- Status: Paid internship with rolling start dates.
Relevant fieldsPsychology
