Recreational Therapist PRN

Select Medical; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehab in Frisco, Texas, is seeking a PRN Recreation Therapist for inpatient services. The role involves providing therapeutic recreation to a diverse patient population, with emphasis on neurological conditions, and coordinating with the multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy, CTRS certification, and weekend availability, with flexibility for additional shift coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy or a related field.
• Current national certification from NCTRC as a CTRS.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement recreation activities for patients in accordance with organizational guidelines.
• Provide therapeutic recreation intervention for an assigned caseload.
• Orient patients to recreation therapy and provide hospital-wide leisure, social and divergent programs.
• Educate patients on community resources.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehab

Frisco, Texas

Recreational Therapist PRN - Inpatient

PRN Rate: $27/hr

Frisco has been ranked in the top 3% of the nation’s “Best Rehabilitation Hospitals” by S. News & World Report for 2025-2026!

Responsibilities

Seeking a PRN Recreation Therapist interested in supporting our inpatient rehab hospital. Ideal candidates will have medical recreation therapy experience with neurologic experience preferred. Candidates should be comfortable with and enjoy working with a variety of neurologic patient populations including TBI, CVA, SCI ,etc. Candidate should be able to handle a fast paced work setting, have good flexibility, and strong team work skills. This candidate will work closely with the interdisciplinary team consisting of PT, OT, SLP, Neuropsychology, and Case Management to facilitate patient centered care. Typical responsibilities would include group, 1:1 and co-treatment sessions, community outings. We are seeking a candidate who is willing to work multiple weekend dates to support our growing needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Plans and implements appropriate recreation activities for patients in accordance with guidelines set by the organization, hospital and the profession. Responsible for provision of therapeutic recreation intervention for an assigned caseload. Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital wide leisure, social and divergent programs. Serves as an educator to patients on community resources.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy or a related field.
• Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability to work with diverse patient populations.
• Schedule: Must be available for weekend shifts; flexibility to pick up weekday shifts is a plus.

#BSWIR – Inpatient

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans