Recreational Therapist - Acute
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
FT / Days
Your experience matters
At Jackson Purchase Medical Center-BHU, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As the Recreational Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Connect with our Recruiter
Please contact Melissa Gilbert by email [email protected], text 615-324-9804 or via phone 629-257-6058 or simply schedule a time and date that works best for you by clicking the link below. https://bit.ly/Mgilbert
How you’ll contribute
A Recreational Therapist performs structured evaluations and develops a treatment plan in conjunction with primary care counselor using therapeutic, recreational, and leisure activities.
Conducts assessment and establishes recreational therapy treatment goals and objectives to meet the individual needs of patients.
Pre-certifies patient care. Conducts ongoing reviews to authorize continued care.
Conducts ongoing reviews to authorize continued care.
Evaluates each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational therapy interventions.
Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary treatment team utilizing assessment date from the Interdisciplinary Assessments.
Updates Treatment Plan weekly or more often as needed. Coordinates therapeutic recreation activities for both large and small groups to observe patient response and encourage socialization.
Assists with development of discharge plan in timely and documented standards.
Provides patient and patient's family with information regarding leisure life styles and creates an awareness of recreational resources in their community.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What We Are Looking For
Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field required.
Master’s Degree preferred.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification.
Current Recreational Therapist license.
BLS required Handle with Care (within 3 months of hire)
One year of experience in Recreational Therapy in a hospital setting preferred, experience in treatment planning and implementation highly desirable.
About us
Jackson Purchase Medical Center-BHU is a 16 bed unit located in Mayfield, Ky., and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Jackson Purchase Medical Center-BHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase Medical Center-BHU is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”