Certified Medical Recreation Therapist - Rehab

POSITION SUMMARY

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 an individualized treatment plan, and sets appropriate goals in conjunction with the 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, and 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or MS in therapeutic recreation required
• Required Licensure / Certification Skills: Certification or Licensure in area of expertise.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two to three years working with brain injury and pediatric populations.
  
  

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

EDUCATION:

BS: Therapeutic Recreation (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$63,000.00 - $90,000.00Rochester14626

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.