Per Diem Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW)

Optum; Bartlett (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of companies, seeks a Per diem Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment and care coordination for home-based patients. You will collaborate with the care team to connect patients to community resources and counseling.

Requirements include an MSW or Doctorate in Social Work, LMSW/LCSW licensure, a valid driver’s license, CPR, and at least one year of social work experience in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have MSW or Doctorate in Social Work from a social work program
• Active LMSW or LCSW licensure required
• Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
• At least 1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial support, assessment and care coordination to patients and families in the home setting
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to link patients with community resources and counseling
• Educate patients and families on social work interventions and care plans
• Perform care planning, transfers and discharge functions
• Identify risks in the patient’s environment and implement timely interventions
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MSW/LCSW

Counseling

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) or Doctorate in Social Work

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of companies, seeks a Per diem Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment and care coordination for home-based patients. You will collaborate with the care team to connect patients to community resources and counseling.

Requirements include an MSW or Doctorate in Social Work, LMSW/LCSW licensure, a valid driver’s license, CPR, and at least one year of social work experience in healthcare.