RECREATIONAL THERAPIST

Froedtert ThedaCare; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Froedtert Health is seeking a Full-Time Recreation Therapist at the Froedtert Bluemound Rehab Hospital in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. You will provide comprehensive therapeutic recreation services, assessing and implementing treatment programs effectively.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's in Recreation Therapy and CTRS certification. This role supports growth opportunities with benefits including 403(b) retirement plans and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a rehabilitation setting (preferred).
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required or obtained within 6 months of hire.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive therapeutic recreation services to patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document treatment programs.
• Participate in varied departmental activities to enhance patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation Therapy

Job description

Location

US: WI: Wauwatosa at the Froedtert Bluemound Rehab Hospital Facility

Employment

Type: Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Hours: 40.00 per week

Shift: Shift 1

Schedule: Week 1: Monday-Friday; Week 2: Tuesday-Saturday

Job Summary

Provides comprehensive therapeutic recreation services to patients by assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting treatment programs. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the recreation therapist participates in varied departmental activities designed to enhance patient care and programs within Rehabilitation Services. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a rehabilitation setting (preferred)
• Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation Therapy (required)
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required or obtained within 6 months of hire
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) or equivalent required

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunities – career pathways & tuition assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long term disability, free workplace clinics
• Employee assistance programs, adoption assistance, healthy contributions, Care@Work, moving assistance, gym membership discounts, travel and other work‑life benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.