The Recreation Therapist will assess, develop and implement treatment plans for individual patients in an acute care medical setting directed toward physical, psycho-social, and cognitive rehabilitation. Recreation Therapists will work with patients with complex medical conditions seen at the Clinical Research Center.
Key Responsibilities
As a GS-0638-11 Recreation Therapist your duties may include but are not limited to the following: Performing comprehensive assessment of each patient to include the patient's strengths and limitations; conducting analysis of assessment data and performing clinical assessments; Providing individual and group treatment; Planning and carrying out a full range of treatment where therapeutic objectives are complex and the procedures involved require the application of highly specialized skills and knowledge; Devising or adapting equipment to carry out treatment with severely disabled patients; Employing different motivational techniques to obtain the participation of the patient in his/her rehabilitation; Creating and implementing a treatment plan based on physician referral information, assessment and information from the medical record.
Requirements & Education
This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.
This position is with National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $85447 – $111087/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Other security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Disability' hiring path.
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