Recreation Therapist

Indiana University Health•Indianapolis, IN

78d•Onsite

About The Position

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. Location: Riley Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. Shift: This position will be a part-time day shift role working Monday- Friday. Provides therapeutic, recreational and leisure services to patients/clients, including development of individual treatment plans. Provides consultation to physicians and others regarding appropriateness of referral to recreational therapy. Documents patient/ client programs and progress, educates the patient/ client and others regarding recreational therapy programs. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient/ client care, education and department operations. Acts as a resource or mentor and provides functional guidance to the team. Coordinates staff/patient scheduling, orientation and training. Ensures proper clinical documentation and monitors workload to ensure staff utilization. As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.

Requirements

Requires certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or a Certified Activities Director (ADC).
Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience.
Requires strong knowledge of Recreation Therapy Standards of Care.

Nice To Haves

Strong attention to detail
Great bedside manners
Adaptable to fast paced settings
Bachelors Degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides therapeutic, recreational and leisure services to patients/clients, including development of individual treatment plans.
Provides consultation to physicians and others regarding appropriateness of referral to recreational therapy.
Documents patient/ client programs and progress, educates the patient/ client and others regarding recreational therapy programs.
Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient/ client care, education and department operations.
Acts as a resource or mentor and provides functional guidance to the team.
Coordinates staff/patient scheduling, orientation and training.
Ensures proper clinical documentation and monitors workload to ensure staff utilization.