Certified Medical Recreation Therapist - Rehab [Part Time]

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Provides comprehensive therapeutic recreation services to patients of the UHS brain injury unit. The work involves evaluation of patients through interaction, behavioral observations, standardized tests, and analysis of medical records. Design and implementation of individualized treatment plans.

Status: Part-time

Location: Golisano Rehabilitation - 1555 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626

Department: Rehabilitation

Schedule: Day shift, 8-hr. shift, Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessment, develops and implements individualized treatment plan, sets appropriate goals in conjunction with D/C plan. Completes patient and family education, communicating recommendations specific to D/C plan and provides individualized home exercise program.
• Documents results of evaluation, treatment, D/C needs, and education in accordance with department policy. Participates in family conferences, team meetings and departmental meetings, utilizes appropriate communication skills.
• Maintains professional growth through active participation in continuing education programs, professional meetings, attending inservices, and review of professional literature.
• Instructs, utilizes, and supervises support staff appropriately and efficiently. Provides education to staff to facilitate continuity of care.
• Coordinates patient schedule with other team members per department policy and efficiently adapts to meet patient/department needs. Maintains accountability and assures appropriate use of equipment. Documents patient charges, attendance, and statistics as per department policy.
• Assists in QI, policy and procedure development, and new staff orientation.

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS in therapeutic recreation required
• Two to three years working with brain injury and pediatric populations.
• Required Licensure / Certification Skills: Certification or Licensure in area of expertise.

Rochester Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.