Recreation Therapist PRN Post Acute Inpatient Rehab

Recreational Therapist PRN Post Acute Inpatient Rehab

At Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, you will have access to the entire Johns Hopkins network of specialists. Housing Maryland's only regional burn center, a designated level II trauma center and a pediatric center for emergency care, Johns Hopkins Bayview is well-prepared to provide the care necessary for the most complex cases, as well quality routine and specialty care.

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recreational Therapist to join our post-acute inpatient rehabilitation team. In 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.

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Address: 5505 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Baltimore, MD 21224

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: Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy.
• Experience: At least one year of experience 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 responsibility. In 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 drug-free workplace employers.

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.