Recreation Therapist PRN Post Acute Inpatient Rehab
Baltimore, MD - USA
Job Summary
At Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center you will have access to the entire Johns Hopkins networkof specialists. Housing Marylands only regional burn center a designated level II trauma center and a pediatric center for emergencycare Johns Hopkins Bayview is well-prepared to provide the care necessary for the most complex cases as well quality routine and specialty care.
Recreational Therapist PRN Post Acute Inpatient Rehab
Location:Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Address:5505 Hopkins Bayview Circle Baltimore MD 21224
Position Summary:
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recreational Therapist to join our post-acute inpatient rehabilitation this role you will work within an interdisciplinary team to provide therapeutic recreation that supports our patients in achieving their highest level of functional independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement therapeutic recreational programs tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create holistic patient care plans.
- Monitor and document patient progress adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Recreational Therapy.
- Experience: At least one year ofexperience in a rehabilitation setting is required; internship experience with a concentration in rehabilitation is preferred.
- Certification: Certification from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) is required.
- Skills: Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and the ability to communicate effectively with patients staff and visitors courteously and tactfully.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift/carry objects weighing 11 to 20 pounds.
- Capability to push/pull non-motorized equipment over 50 pounds.
- Comfort with transferring patients and using proper body mechanics for patient assistance.
Work Environment:
The role is primarily based in a clinical setting with occasional opportunities to attend events or activities off-campus.
Why Join Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a highly skilled team that values collaboration and excellence in patient care.
- Professional Growth: Access opportunities for continued learning and career advancement.
- Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in helping patients regain their independence and quality of life.
Salary Range: Minimum $32.00/hour - Maximum $32.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where we embrace and celebrate our differences where all employees feel valued contribute to our mission of serving the community and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression age national origin mental or physical disability genetic information veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
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