Job Details

Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families. - Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation. - Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels. - Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements. - Seek supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient either in an individual or group setting. - Enforce safety rules to prevent injury and modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. - Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities. - Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: - Perform other functions an...Activity Assistant, Assistant, Healthcare, Patient