Certified Medical Recreation Therapist - Rehab [Part Time]

Rochester Regional Health•Rochester, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Recreation Therapist provides comprehensive therapeutic recreation services to patients in the UHS brain injury unit. The role evaluates patients through interaction, behavioral observations, standardized tests, and analysis of medical records, then designs and implements individualized treatment plans. This part-time role is based at Golisano Rehabilitation in Rochester, New York. The schedule is a day shift, 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in therapeutic recreation.
Two to three years of experience working with brain injury and pediatric populations.
Certification or licensure in the area of expertise.

Responsibilities

Complete patient assessments and develop and implement individualized treatment plans, setting appropriate goals in conjunction with the discharge plan.
Provide patient and family education, communicate recommendations specific to the discharge plan, and provide individualized home exercise programs.
Document evaluation and treatment results, discharge needs, and education in accordance with department policy.
Participate in family conferences, team meetings, and departmental meetings, using appropriate communication skills.
Maintain professional growth through continuing education programs, professional meetings, in-service attendance, and review of professional literature.
Instruct, utilize, and supervise support staff appropriately and efficiently.
Educate staff to facilitate continuity of care.
Coordinate patient schedules with other team members according to department policy and adapt efficiently to patient and departmental needs.
Maintain accountability for and assure appropriate use of equipment.
Document patient charges, attendance, and statistics according to department policy.
Assist with quality improvement, policy and procedure development, and new staff orientation.