Recreation Therapist - Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health • Bridgeport, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in a variety of inpatient and/or outpatient areas, as assigned. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team members. Performs other clinical, teaching, and administrative duties as required. Serves as positive ambassador for all Rehabilitation Services.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in Therapeutic Recreation or equivalent and B.S. degree.
• Must be or currently pursuing CTRS certification from National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).
• Certification is required within one year of employment.
• Must maintain certification from National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).
• All newly hired employees must have current BLS certification or obtain within two months of hire.
• Demonstrate knowledge in therapeutic recreation theory, evaluations and treatment techniques to be applied to a diverse patient population.
• Observation skills, communication skills (both verbal and written), and an ability to work with patients, families and other providers in a synergistic manner are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) to two (2) years experience in an academic/large medical center-based practice preferred.
• Experience working with children and/or adults depending on the assigned setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Able to interpret physician referrals, when applicable, to perform basic Therapeutic Recreation (TR) evaluations.
• Utilizes support staff and volunteers appropriately and safely in the delivery of patient care.
• Appropriately delegates responsibility to clinical students and support staffs and maintains an appropriate and compliant level of clinical supervision and documentation review/co-signature.
• Maintains concise and accurate patient care documentation and billing, when applicable, in accordance with system, hospital and department policy and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates participation in professional development and stays informed of current developments in the field by attending department in-services, and seeking opportunities to expand own knowledge of the profession and related fields.
• Uses equipment in a safe and effective manner. Reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to direct supervisor and takes corrective action to remove equipment from use.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level