Medical Social Worker

MMC001 Marshall Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

The Medical Social Worker (MSW) evaluates psychosocial status and needs of patients and provides social work services, with a focus on addressing the emotional and social problems related to illness, to patients in acute, transitional and home care settings. Coordinates with Case Management and ensures quality of service.

Marshall Medical Center is a nonprofit community healthcare provider serving El Dorado County, dedicated to high-value care and compassionate service across its facilities and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Minimum one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Knowledge of community resources and health care financial system.
• Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate psychosocial status and needs of patients and provide social work services.
• Address emotional and social problems related to illness across care settings.
• Coordinate Social Services with Case Management and other services.

Skills

Social Work

Healthcare Knowledge

Communication Skills

Team Facilitation

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

Department: Social Services Shift: Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular - Per Diem Per Diem Type (if applicable): Non-RN Per Diem 2 Minimum Pay Range: $38.15 - $45.78

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Social Worker (MSW) evaluates psychosocial status and needs of patients and provides social work services, with a focus on addressing the emotional and social problems related to illness, to patients in acute, transitional and home care settings. Coordinates the integration of Social Services function with the Case Management department and other services. Ensures quality of service and compliance with regulatory standards

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.

Knowledge:

• Minimum one year of social work experience in a health care setting (Pathway to Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provided).
• Demonstrated leadership, integrity, initiative and effective communication skills
• Knowledge of community resources and health care financial system.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, openness to change and willingness to try new approaches.
• Experience with team building, consensus building and group facilitation, therapeutic communication and counseling.
• The ability to function independently, self-directed and proven effective organization and prioritization skills.
• Must have the physical and mental health adequate to meet the demands of the job.

A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY

Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations.

Quality Care

Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy.

Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas

Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.