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Essentia Health Recreational Therapist - MDMC in Duluth, Minnesota
Job Description
Job Description:
Assist with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the Charge RN, Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager and/or the Clinical Supervisor, to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies as well as meeting the goals and mission of the department. You will provide direct and indirect care for child and adolescent patients to aid meeting the patients’ needs as directed. Provide patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan for care, either individually and/or in group settings.You will also provide therapeutic emotion based skills groups to persons served, child to adolescents, including evaluation and assessment, treatment, education and consultation to improve persons served abilities to improve quality of life to their highest feasible level. An provide services as a part of a care team assembled to assure optimal customer service and clinical and financial outcomes, under the direction of Essentia Health management and the referring physician.
Education Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required with a preference in therapeutic recreation or related field .
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 6 months of hire.
Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:
Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.
401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.
Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.
Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.
Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.
Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.
Celebrate More: Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.
Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!
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Job Location: Building D - Miller Dwan Medical Center - EH Duluth
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 08:00/16:30
Hours Per Pay Period: 72
Compensation Range: $22.15 - $32.94 / hour
Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)
FTE: 0.9
Weekends: yes. Alternating
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