THERAPEUTIC RECREATOR 2 (PART-TIME, DAYS, MULTIPLE OPENINGS)

Req #: 206275
Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - REHAB MEDICINE
Job Location: UW Medical Center - Montlake
Posting Date: 09/05/2022
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: 50% of $5,478 - $8,081 per month
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift

OPPORTUNITY
UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - REHAB MEDICINE has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time, MULTIPLE OPENINGS, (FTE 50%, 20 scheduled weekly hours/ hours per week), day shift, THERAPEUTIC RECREATOR 2.

WHAT WILL YOUR DAY LOOK LIKE?

The Therapeutic Recreator 2 (TR2) will provide therapeutic recreational services to inpatient rehabilitation patients with complex conditions or injuries.

Assess, plan, and implement treatment programs as referred by a physician. Perform complex assessments of patients in 8N Inpatient Rehab.

As part of an interdisciplinary team, organize and lead therapeutic recreational activities both inside and outside of the Medical Center.

Direct the work, train, and coordinate TR students/volunteers in TR procedures.

This individual will report to the Supervisor of the work group and the Nurse Manager of Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit.

WHAT’S NEEDED?

Graduation from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation Program

18 months of professional therapeutic recreation experience OR equivalent education/experience.

LICENSE REQUIRED
WA State license as Recreational Therapist

ABOUT US
The Team
Become U with UW Medicine Rehabilitation . Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation.  We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!

The Hospital
Join our award-winning team at UW Medical Center - Montlake. Among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report 2021-2022 "America's Best Hospitals", UW Medical Center - Montlake prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. UW Medical Center - Montlake has again earned U.S. News & World Report’s No. 1 hospital ranking in Washington State and in the Seattle metropolitan area. It is the seventh consecutive year that UW Medical Center - Montlake has achieved both distinctions.

The Organization
A Higher Degree of Healthcare
Across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student, and colleague is valued and honored.

UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists, and other health professionals

As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability , and committed to becoming climate neutral.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.2 requires employees of higher education and healthcare institutions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.

Apply for this job