What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting MSW for Hospice in Beaumont, CA position at Alliance Health Services?
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The medical social worker is responsible for the implementation of standard of care for medical social work services.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.
- Carries out social evaluations and plans interventions based on evaluation findings.
- Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
- Provides information and referral services for Organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
- Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
- Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
- Maintains collaborative relationships with Organizations personnel to support patient care.
- Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.
- Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.
- Assists physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
- Participates in discharge planning.
- Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Director/Supervisor.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of a bachelor’s program in medical social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Minimum of one year’s experience in health care.
- Experience in home health care preferred.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
AVAILABILITY:
Our patients need care 7 days a week, although you have flexibility in your scheduling, we do ask that you are able to work at least two-three days each week (or ten productivity units), one weekend a month, and two holidays per year (one winter and one summer)
Job Types: Part-time, Per diem
Pay:
- In-person - $120 per visit
- Tele Visit - $60 per visit
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60.00 - $120.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $60 - $120
