Behavioral Health Activity Therapist (PRN)

HCA Healthcare; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

West Valley Medical Center, part of the HCA Healthcare family, is seeking an Activity Therapist for PRN shifts in the Behavioral Health unit. You will assess and plan therapy, develop a therapeutic activities program, and document care within 72 hours of patient admission.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality services, while meeting BLS requirements and pursuing advanced certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or related field required; master's preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support certification (American Red Cross or AHA) required or within 7 days.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently within policy.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement activity therapy needs for Behavioral Health patients.
• Provide high-quality, safe, and cost-effective services to patients and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement the unit Activities Therapy program to foster self-awareness and social skills.
• Complete a therapy assessment within 72 hours of admission for each patient.
• Document relevant information for treatment planning and outcomes.
• Offer consultation to other hospital areas under physician order.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy

Master's degree preferred

AAP-BC / ATR / CTRS / MT-BC certifications

Job description

West Valley Medical Center, part of the HCA Healthcare family, is seeking an Activity Therapist for PRN shifts in the Behavioral Health unit. You will assess and plan therapy, develop a therapeutic activities program, and document care within 72 hours of patient admission.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality services, while meeting BLS requirements and pursuing advanced certifications.