What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker (BSW) - Full Time - Emergency Department position at Geisinger?
- Functions as a member of a professional team which provides evaluation and treatment for psychiatric patients including but not limited to: psychological assessment, crisis intervention, case management, patient advocacy, care coordination, and community outreach
- Provides input in treatment decisions; presents specific treatment plans for approval.
- Obtains information from patients and other appropriate sources upon which treatment recommendations are initiated, records all information in medical record.
- Involves patient, family and others as appropriate in delivery of care and treatment recommendations.
- Works with patient to determine goals to be achieved during course of treatment.
- Makes arrangements for the safe and expedient transfer of patients as required.
- Acts as a resource of information for Division members, patients, referral sources, etc.
- Assists with provider schedule maintenance.
- Sets up appointments, arranges for follow-up treatment as indicated.
- Strives to support quality patient care, patient satisfaction and to assist in the accomplishment of related goals.
- Assists with insurance verification and authorization procedures.
- Part of interdisciplinary team that ensures the patients progress in the acute episode of care through post discharge and is quality driven while being efficient and cost effective
- Interacts with patients, family members, healthcare professionals, and community and state agencies. Serving as a liaison between the hospital and community agencies or facilities for the exchange of clinical and referral information.
- Identifies high risk patients from a psychosocial/financial perspective, assesses they psychological needs of patients and families and provides information, support, counseling, care management, and referrals to appropriate resources.
- Resolve psychosocial patient care issues and to develop and implement a complex patient transition/discharge plan.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
Hours: Rotating - 830am - 430pm and 11:30am - 8pm - rotating weekends (every 4th) holidays
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance.
