Hybrid Medical Social Worker

Job Details

Columbus, Ohio - Columbus, OH

Hearts and Hands Hospice by the VNA - Grandview Heights, OH

$50000.00 - $75000.00 Salary/year

Description

The medical social worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and as defined by the state Medical Social Work Practice Act.

What we offer:

Job Type: Full-time

Standard shift: Day shift, M-F

Job Location: Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Salary: $50,000—$75,000 annually!

This is a hybrid role between Home Care and Hospice.

Why work for Summit:

Our commitment to providing comprehensive health care in the comfort and convenience of home.

Our mission is to positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of care.

Our vision is to revolutionize healthcare in the home by becoming the unmatched leader across the US.

What your responsibilities will be:

Hybrid between Hospice and Home Care

Conduct initial psychosocial and initial bereavement assessment of patient/family/caregiver in a thorough, accurate, compassionate, within five days of admission to hospice.

Function as a support person for the patient/family/caregiver on an ongoing basis.

Function as expert and facilitator of obtaining community resources to meet the needs of patients and families, including financial assistance. Assist families with referrals to community resources when indicated.

Assist family/patient with advanced directives.

Assist family/caregiver in placement of patient in a facility for basic care, when appropriate.

Complete and maintain all patient records at patient’s residence and submit accurate and relevant notes regarding patient’s condition and care given.

Attend and actively participate in team meetings, staff meetings and in-services, and contributes positively to patient care planning.

Conduct pre-bereavement and bereavement visits or contacts and/or support groups as appropriate.

Work with other members of the interdisciplinary team.

Provide and maintain a safe environment for the patient,

Assist patient/family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care.

Participates in evening/ weekend on call rotation, conducting on call services in a clinically competent and responsive manner.

Maintain clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purpose of evaluation and reporting of agency activities as prescribed and in compliance with local, state and federal laws.

Maintain caseload and deliver care in a cost-effective manner that demonstrates an understanding of hospice reimbursement methodologies.

Assure for compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.

Maintain all appropriate state licensing requirements.

Actively participate in staff meeting meetings, department meetings, team meetings, briefings, in- services, committees and other related activities as needed.

Use supplies and equipment safely and efficiently.

Meet or exceed delivery of company services standards in a consistent fashion.

Interacts with staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the company’s mission.

Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.

Create and maintain a professional atmosphere.

Meet with patient and family/caregiver to present hospice program.

Obtain signed consents by POA for HC and patient if patient is alert and oriented.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off/sick time

Referral program

Travel reimbursement

Qualifications

Graduate of a bachelor's program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Minimum of one (1) year's experience in health care.

Experience in a home health care preferred.

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.