Activities Therapist

Lifepoint Health

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Avondale, AZ - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Schedule: Full-Time Day-Shift

Your experience matters

Copper Springsispart ofLifepoint Healtha diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Activity Therapistjoining our teamyoureembracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skillscompassionand dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Howyoullcontribute

An Activity Therapist who excels in this role:

  • Applies appropriate theory and standards for decision and actions regarding therapeutic practices
  • Assesses patient needs utilizing cultural religious and physical disabilities in the determination of capabilities in groups and with specific activities
  • Documents the patients response to interventions pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status as appropriate
  • Completes all assessments within the time frame allotted and contributes to assessment workload balance between therapists
  • Formulates the initial and subsequent treatment programs in accordance with the attending physicians/licensed practitioners treatment orders
  • Develops a plan of care with specific and measurable goals objectives and interventions defining actions unique to each patients needs
  • Provides therapy treatment procedures according to the treatments plan communicate and work with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolution
  • Maintains constant communication with the treatment team therapist and physician/licensed practitioner when patient is not responding the treatments
  • Contributes to the effective functioning of the patients program
  • Understands the age differences and the corresponding developmental needs
  • Provides activities suitable to the patients needs and offers a variety of stimuli in accordance with the treatment plan
  • Maintains a quality program to satisfy the therapeutic needs of the patient
  • Offers direction and education to maintain clear communication of expectations
  • Provides quality programming to support the objectives of the patient and their needs
  • Reassesses and updates treatment plan goals when there are significant changes in the patients condition in compliance with facility policy or after patients stay has exceeded 7 days
  • Contributes to treatment planning with feedback to clinical and program staff to achieve therapeutic interventions
  • Provides directions to clinical and unit staff regarding activity related groups
  • Provides input into patients AT goals to the treatment teams and records any treatment updates on the treatment update form in treatment team when applicable

Whyjoin us

We believethat investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

  • Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
  • FinancialProtection& PTO:Life accident criticalillnesshospital indemnityinsurance short-andlong-term disability paid familyleaveandpaid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth:Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
  • Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental healthservicesand discount programs).
  • Professional Development:Ongoing learningandcareer advancement opportunities.

Whatwerelooking for

Education:Bachelors degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy (CTRS) Music Therapy (MT-BC) Art Therapy (ATR ATR-BCATR-P LPAT) or similar field required.

License:Current CTRS Certified Music Therapist or Certified Art Therapist license as required by state regulations.

Certifications:CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.

EEOC Statement

Copper Springsis an Equal Opportunity Springs Eastis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees andcomplies withall applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.




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DescriptionSchedule: Full-Time Day-ShiftYour experience mattersCopper Springsispart ofLifepoint Healtha diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Acti...
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Key Skills

  • Experience Working With Students
  • Time Management
  • Acute Care
  • HTTPS
  • Speech Therapy
  • Assistive Technologies
  • Autism Experience
  • Pediatrics Experience
  • Home Care
  • Interpretation
  • Patient Service Experience
  • Phone Etiquette

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Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more

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