Recreation Therapist

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Harborview Rehab Therapy in Seattle seeks a Recreation Therapist to assess, plan, and administer safe therapeutic activities and education for patients and families.

The role involves treating a patient caseload from routine to complex conditions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care from admission to discharge, and documenting progress and home programs. This is a per diem, day-shift position.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation Program or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate working knowledge of disease processes, treatment, and functional deficits related to diagnoses treated.
• Provide skilled, timely, and effective patient care with evaluation and treatment adaptations as needed.
• Follow care protocols, standards, and guidelines for the diagnosed service.
• Document assessments, goals, treatment methods, and home programs clearly and concisely.
• Participate in team rounds and share education with patients and support systems.
• Provide home programs and educational information prior to therapy termination.

Skills

Recreational therapy

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Harborview Rehab Therapy has an outstanding opportunity for a Recreation Therapist.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Per Diem

• Day Shifts

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Assess, plan and administer safe Recreational Therapy. This will include progression of treatment goals and patient and family education.

• Assess and treat a patient caseload ranging from routine to complex patient problems and utilize training in the evaluation and treatment process.

• Collaborate with other disciplines as appropriate to coordinate continuity of patient care from admission to discharge.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate working knowledge of the disease process, precautions, typical medical treatment and diagnostic procedures, functional abilities, and complications and implications of long term deficits related to primary diagnoses treated in service area.

• Provide skilled, timely, and effective patient care. Demonstrate competency in administering evaluations and delivering treatment to typical patient. Adapt plan according to patient’s response to interventions.

• Follow protocols, standards, and guidelines of care relating to specific diagnosis on assigned service.

• Document intervention and strategies for treatment per workgroup and organizational standards. Documentation includes assessment, measurable criteria, goals, method of treatment, and home program. Notes are thorough, yet concise. Assessments clearly synthesize objective data.

• Participate in team rounds and imparts other educational information to patient and support systems prior to termination of therapy intervention.

• Provide home programs and other educational information to patient and support systems prior to termination of therapy intervention.

REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation Program

OR

Equivalent education/experience.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region’s only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$37.45 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$53.58 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.