Activity Therapist Coordinator

OverviewDesert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.At Desert Regional Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs IncludeMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matchGenerous paid time offCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accountsEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount programVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insuranceNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment statusJob SummaryJob type: Full TimeShift: DaysHours: 0700-1530Schedule: Monday thru FridayGeneral DutiesResponsible for delivering direct patient therapy specific to activity, recreation, life skills and/or art in group and individual sessions in accordance with Hospital Policy. Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment.QualificationsRequired: High School Diploma or GED Have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, one year of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting. Be an occupational therapist, art therapist, music therapist, dance therapist, recreation therapist or occupational therapy assistant. Have satisfactorily completed at least 36 hours of training in a course designed specifically for this position and approved by the Department and shall receive regular consultation from an occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant or recreation therapist who has at least one year of experience in a health care setting. Completion of an approved Activities Program with possession of a Certificate of Completion. Current American Heart Association BLS (maintain current at all times).Organization DescriptionDesert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verifyThe employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.2603009981Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship., $24.00 - $24.00 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience,Required High School Diploma or GED Have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, one year of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting. Be an occupational therapist, art therapist, music therapist, dance therapist, recreation therapist or occupational therapy assistant. Have satisfactorily completed at least 36 hours of training in a course designed specifically for this position and approved by the Department and shall receive regular consultation from an occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant or recreation therapist who has at least one year of experience in a health care setting. Completion of an approved Activities Program with possession of a Certificate of Completion. Current American Heart Association BLS (maintain current at all times).