Recreational Therapist Job ID 337763 Experience (Years) 3 Category Therapy - Other Street Address 2614 Jefferson Highway Overview

Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital

*A partnership with Select Medical

Position: Recreational Therapist 

Location: New Orleans, LA

Schedule: Full-time 

Pay Rate: $23.77 to $32.00 per hour

 

Responsibilities

 

Job Duties

Plans and implements appropriate recreation activities for patients in accordance with guidelines set by the organization, hospital and the profession. Responsible for provision of therapeutic recreation intervention for an assigned caseload. Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital wide leisure, social and divergent programs. Serves as an educator to patients on community resources.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.

Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required. Additional Data

Our intense focus on high-quality results creates a challenging, fast-paced and extremely rewarding environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your healthcare needs.

 

Other benefits of the Recreational Therapist position include: 

Excellent Orientation ProgramPaid Time Off (PTO)Extended Illness Days (EID)Health, Dental, and Vision InsurancePrescription CoverageLife InsuranceShort- and Long-Term DisabilityContinuing Education and Tuition Reimbursement401(k) Retirement PlanPersonal and Family Medical LeaveA network of over 40,000 employees with huge growth and relocation opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans