Activity Therapist Coordinator

Desert Care Network; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Desert Care Network in Palm Springs, California is seeking a compassionate professional for a full-time therapy role. You will deliver direct patient therapy focusing on activity and recreation daily, ensuring adherence to hospital policy.

This role requires experience in a healthcare setting and a High School Diploma or equivalent. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and training, bringing a passion for enhancing patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years.
• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Completion of 36 hours of training specific to the position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient therapy in group and individual sessions.
• Access and utilize Patient Health Information for treatment.

Skills

Experience in social or recreational programs

Ability to deliver direct patient therapy

Knowledge of healthcare settings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Occupational therapy or related certification

Job description

Overview

Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

• Job type: Full Time
• Shift: Days
• Hours: 0700-1530
• Schedule: Monday thru Friday

General Duties

Responsible for delivering direct patient therapy specific to activity, recreation, life skills and/or art in group and individual sessions in accordance with Hospital Policy.

Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, one year of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting.
• Be an occupational therapist, art therapist, music therapist, dance therapist, recreation therapist or occupational therapy assistant.
• Have satisfactorily completed at least 36 hours of training in a course designed specifically for this position and approved by the Department and shall receive regular consultation from an occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant or recreation therapist who has at least one year of experience in a health care setting.
• Completion of an approved Activities Program with possession of a Certificate of Completion.
• Current American Heart Association BLS (maintain current at all times).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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