Therapeutic Rec Specialist- Weekend Flex at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia

Job Description:

Job Summary

Helping patients improve their overall quality of life calls for a touch of inspiration, professional expertise, and the tools to build a personalized rehabilitation plan.

The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist uses patient centered therapy, education and recreational opportunities to improve and maintain physical, cognitive, emotional, and/or social functioning to enhance patients' independent living skills.

Job duties of the Therapeutic Rec Specialist include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assesses, plans and implements leisure activities (e.g., arts, crafts, music, games, community re-entry outings) to help improve the functional skills of patients challenged by varying degrees of physical, cognitive, emotional, and/or social disabilities.
• Provides patient care based upon physician referral and age-appropriate assessment and takes into consideration the patient's developmental/chronological age when planning/implementing treatment programs designed to achieve goals set in conjunction with the patient and/or family member.
• Documents in the patient's medical record and complete other patient care-related forms in compliance with regulatory agencies and department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Coordinates patient care and clinical activities through written and/or verbal communication with patients, families, managers and other members of the health care team.

Hours would be: Sat/Sun 8am-5pm

At Carilion Clinic, our team (provides care) in a forward-thinking environment. In this job, you will thrive through extensive training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition options.

Join a team where your skills and ideas will make a difference in the health of our patients and the communities we live in.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited program in Therapeutic Recreation with a B.S.

Experience: Degree or equivalent 8 years of experience required.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: AHA BLS-HCP required within 6 months of hire.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Good interpersonal and communication skills. BLS-certified (from a Carilion approved program) within six months of employment, and successful completion of defensive driving course within six months of employment.

Our Values

Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members:

Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals.

Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service.

Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do.

Courage: Doing what's right for our patients without question.

Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence.

Requisition Number: 146449
Employment Status: Flex
Location: Carilion Roanoke Memorial Rehab Building
Shift: Weekends Only
Shift Details: Sat/Sun 8am-5pm
Recruiter Email: kagonce@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

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