Recreational Therapist — Empowering Healing & Social Growth

Wilson Medical Center; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO included

Tuition assistance

401(k) match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wilson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Recreational Therapist to assess patients, set therapy goals, and coordinate treatment plans with the interdisciplinary team. The role involves pre-certification and ongoing care reviews to ensure effective therapeutic outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy or related field, with a current license and BLS certification; a Master’s degree is preferred. Prior hospital experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessment and establishes recreational therapy treatment goals and objectives to meet the individual needs of patients.
• Pre-certifies patient care and conducts ongoing reviews to authorize continued care.
• Evaluates each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational therapy interventions.
• Formulates a goal-directed plan of care with the multidisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Wilson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Recreational Therapist to assess patients, set therapy goals, and coordinate treatment plans with the interdisciplinary team. The role involves pre-certification and ongoing care reviews to ensure effective therapeutic outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy or related field, with a current license and BLS certification; a Master’s degree is preferred. Prior hospital experience is valued.