Recreational Therapist

Virtua; Somerset Park (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b)/401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Recreational Therapist to planning and implement a comprehensive program of therapeutic activities as part of the care team at Burlington Hospital in New Jersey. You will also participate in the plan of care for patients and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and nurses.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy or related fields and CTRS certification, with 0-1 years experience required and 2-4 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or closely related majors required.
• CTRS certification required.
• 0-1 years experience required; 2-4 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program as part of the care team.
• Conduct therapeutic groups and individual activities; document progress.
• Perform assessments within 72 hours and coordinate with multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain supplies and ensure infection control standards.
• Adapt activities to patient needs and population changes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Care planning

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy or related majors

CTRS certification

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Burlington Hospital - 218 A Sunset Rd

Remote Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 40

Additional Locations:

Job Summary

The Recreational Therapist is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing a comprehensive program of therapeutic and recreational activities and for contributing to the plan of care for all patients as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team.

Position Responsibilities

• Plans and implements psychotherapeutic program of activities for individuals and groups in collaboration with the manager and multidisciplinary treatment team. Conducts therapeutic groups and group activities.
• Completes recreation assessment to identify problems, strengths, leisure rehab and discharge needs within 72 hours. Maintains daily contact with patients for ongoing assessment, reassessment and evaluation.
• Maintains and orders supplies.
• Recognizes and integrates patient's special needs in plan of care.
• Prioritizes and organizes work and adjust priorities based on changing needs of the individual patient and population needs.
• Assumes accountability for care provided.
• Interprets and utilizes clinical information in providing care.
• Adheres to infection control standards.

Position Qualifications Required

• Required Experience: Minimum of 0-1 years of experience required. 2-4 years of experience preferred
• Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy or closely related majors like Recreation Therapy and Health Studies, and Recreation and Sports Management required, master's degree preferred
• Training / Certification / Licensure: CTRS
• Hourly Rate: $24.51 - $36.89
• The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
• Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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