Recreational Therapist

Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Recreation Therapist? At TriCities Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Benefits TriCities Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Recreation Therapist like you to be a part of our team. Job Summary and Qualifications Tri-Cities is seeking a Recreational Therapist to join our dynamic team of behavioral health professionals. In this role, you will collaborate with behavioral health team to develop and provide recreational therapy according to identified patient needs. We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team in providing the best possible mental health care to our patients. If that is you, come be a part of what makes us great and apply today! W hat you will do in this role:

• You will review multi-disciplinary assessments and thoroughly complete Activity Therapy assessments for patients.
• Your primary function will be to facilitate recreational therapy, through group and individual sessions, focused on helping patients make activity choices, which support recovery, life balance, and wellness.
• You will manage the safety and orderliness of activity therapy work and group areas while maintaining an appropriate quantity and variety of activity therapy supplies.
• You must thoroughly document any recreation therapy interventions in patients' electronic medical records.
• You will collaborate with the behavioral health treatment team, patient, and other necessary parties in the development and revision of the recovery plan and coordination of services.

What Qualifications you will need:

• Previous experience providing successful activity therapy in either an internship or employment setting. Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• BA or BS in Activity Therapy related field of study: Therapeutic Recreations, Art Therapy, or Music Therapy.
• Certified, credentialed or licensed by professional organization and/or state in therapeutic recreation (CTRS), art therapy, music therapy, or related field or license eligible.
• MS in Therapeutic Recreation or related field with eligibility for

LPC/LCSW/ATR

Licensure preferred.

• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider required.
• Must obtain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention within 60 days of hire.

TriCities Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our 140+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. A top performing hospital recognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room is stroke and chest pain accredited . TriCities Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our is one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. A recognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room is . At TriCities Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Recreation Therapist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. share bookmark_border bookmark