Compassionate Medical Social Worker, Home Health (Seattle)

AMEDISYS HOME HEALTH; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (PPO/HSA)

Paid time off

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) with company match

Family support

Mileage reimbursement

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Amedisys Home Health in Seattle is seeking a Medical Social Worker to support patients and families at home. You will provide social work services according to the plan of care and collaborate with the care team to address financial, social, and emotional needs.

The role offers an hourly rate of $52.00 to $67.00 with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a leading home health company.

Qualifications

• Holds a master's or doctorate degree from a CSWE-accredited school of social work.
• Minimum one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assists the patient and family with health related financial, social and emotional concerns and assists with effective coping skills.
• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Educates the patient and family members and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plan.
• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.
• Identifies risks or threats to the patient's health in the patient's environment and promptly implements appropriate interventions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MSW or PhD in Social Work

Job description

Amedisys Home Health in Seattle is seeking a Medical Social Worker to support patients and families at home. You will provide social work services according to the plan of care and collaborate with the care team to address financial, social, and emotional needs.

The role offers an hourly rate of $52.00 to $67.00 with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a leading home health company.