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Recreation Therapist/On-Call/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

Salary: $19.00 - $30.09/hrJob Function: Medical
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleRecreation Therapist/On-Call/UKHC
Requisition NumberDU11595
Department NameH6140:Psychiatric Services
Work LocationLexington, Ky
Salary Range$19.00-30.09/hour
Type of PositionStaff
Position Time Status On Call
Required Education
Required Related Experience
No experience required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist
Physical Requirements
This position may require sitting, standing, and/or walking for an extended period.
Shift
Shift will vary. Candidates will need to be available day, evening, weekend and holiday per departmental need. Must work at least 36 hours/month.
Job Summary
A Recreation Therapist plans, implements, coordinates, and participates in the conducting of therapeutic recreational activities for client groups. Therapists conduct assessments, make treatment recommendations specific to the discipline and client needs, and communicate this information to appropriate team members. Therapists function as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team managing delegated aspects of clinical client issues. Patient responses and progress are communicated via rounds, written documentation, staff meetings and case conferences. The therapist is also responsible for ordering, storing, tracking, and resolving issues related recreation equipment.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have experience as a Recreation Therapist within a hospital. In addition, this candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist.
Deadline to Apply10/02/2024
Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Where did you first see this position advertised?
    • UK Jobs Website
    • Employee Referral
    • Print Advertisement
    • On-line Advertisement
    • Military Connection Advertisement
    • Job Fair
    • "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
    • Facebook
    • HospitalCareers.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • Institute for Diversity in Health Management
    • None of the Above
  2. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you currently employed at UK HealthCare Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospitals?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Are you a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * What is your highest level of education completed?
    • High School or GED
    • Some College: less than 60 credit hours
    • Some College: more than 60 credit hours
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PhD

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Curriculum Vita
    3. Cover Letter

    Job Location

    Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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