Recreational Therapist - Part Time

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Virginia Beach is seeking a Recreational Therapist for their Inpatient Rehab Unit. This part-time position involves planning and implementing medically prescribed recreational therapy programs tailored to patients' needs. Responsibilities include performing evaluations and using leisure education tools to promote patient health. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, along with BLS certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist required.
• BLS certification needed within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements recreational therapy programs for patients.
• Performs evaluations of patients to identify function for recreational participation.
• Implements treatment using leisure education and adaptive equipment.

Education

Bachelor’s Level Degree

Job description

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is hiring a Recreational Therapist for their Inpatient Rehab Unit

Part Time (20 Hours) Monday through Friday 1 - 5pm

Plans and implements medically prescribed recreational therapy program for patients based on their diagnosis, acuity, level of function and cognition that supports optimum patient care. Performs in-depth evaluation of patients utilizing a variety of assessment tools that identify patient's cognitive, social, emotional and motor function for leisure/recreation participation. Implements treatment programs primarily through the use of leisure education and skills, adaptive leisure equipment, and activity analysis.

Education

• Bachelor’s Level Degree

Certification/Licensure

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
• BLS within 90 days