Overview

At our Outpatient Navigation Clinic at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital we do work that matters. While often getting a front row seat to peoples worse days, we choose to not simply be spectators but agents of change. As change agents we are always looking for the best employees – ones with the best talent, the best attitude, the best fit.

Right now, we’re looking for a Master Social Worker to be a part of our Outpatient Navigation Clinic and embark with us on our journey to excellence.

*Relocation & Transitional Housing Assistance available!

** Wage is based on experience and starts at $27.37/hr

The ideal candidate has demonstrated:

• An innate hunger for growth
• The desire and ability to proactively solve patient problems on a daily basis
• A mentality that feedback is priceless
• Flexibility in the face of change – we are constantly improving processes, with the outlook that “everything we do can be done better, we just haven’t figured out how”
• And of course- An Alaska MSW license

It’s a calling, and we are on a mission to change lives. If you share that mission, you belong here.

This position develops, coordinates and provides social work services to patients and families who are faced with social, emotional and situational stressors precipitated by illness, injury, and/or disability. The goal is to aid in adaptation and empower the patient and the family to participate to the fullest of their abilities in the care coordination and/or discharge planning processes. This position provides developmentally appropriate care for the population that it serves which includes planning for the safe discharge and continuity of care, the ability to recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages as well as the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill and terminally ill patient.

About Fairbanks Memorial HospitalFairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

Position Available:

Full time

40 hours per week

8 hour shifts

Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Non-temporary AK LMSW license required within 12 months of hire. Temporary LMSW license acceptable within the first year of hire.

Requires a proficiency level typically achieved with at least one year of discharge planning experience in a Healthcare setting.

Must have knowledge of government/community agencies, resources, such as Medicare/Medicaid, long term care or other applicable resources/services. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relation skills and time management skills. In acute care must be able to work flexible hours and take rotation call after hours/weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

BLS Certification

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.