Recreational Therapist - St Elias Specialty Hospital

Providence • Anchorage, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Rehabilitation Services Manager, the Recreational Therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation programs for people with disabilities or illnesses to assist with maintaining or improving the patient's physical and emotional well-being. The Recreational Therapist will work collaboratively with a team that includes other clinicians across disciplines, rehab nurses, and physicians to create the best possible outcome for our patients. All employees are expected to be pleasant, respectful and courteous in all interactions with patients, families, staff, and visitors of the Institute, as well as being a positive representative of the hospital at all times. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St Elias Specialty Hospital thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. This position is Full Time, 1.0 FTE, Day Shift, 40 hours per week, and is located onsite at St Elias Specialty Hospital in Anchorage, Alaska. Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite with additional screening questions from our HireVue system.

Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited Recreational Therapy program
• Upon hire: National Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• 6 months Recreational Therapist experience

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate recreation programs for people with disabilities or illnesses to assist with maintaining or improving the patient's physical and emotional well-being
• Work collaboratively with a team that includes other clinicians across disciplines, rehab nurses, and physicians to create the best possible outcome for our patients
• Be pleasant, respectful and courteous in all interactions with patients, families, staff, and visitors of the Institute
• Be a positive representative of the hospital at all times

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees