Licensed Medical Social Worker LMSW Home Health -Per Diem

PruittHealth • Jacksonville, FL

3d • Remote

About The Position

Provide medical social services to PruittHealth Home Health patients and their families in their place of residence. PruittHealth @ Home is committed to caring for our patients and residents, as well as providing our employees with a rewarding career as a member of our PruittHealth family. This role features a New Pay Per Point Model with top pay in the industry, where compensation is tied to the work performed and time spent outside of a visit.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work.
• One (1) year of experience in medical social work.
• Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in state of practice.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients within the accepted standards of practice for industry and profession.
• Complete psychosocial history and assessment to evaluate social service needs of patients.
• Develop an initial plan of care in consultation with the RN, RN Clinical Manager, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Locate and obtain resources necessary to the financial, social, medical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Provide counseling to patient/caregivers to assist in coping with significant changes in the patient’s condition.
• Maintain clinical record to meet federal, state, and agency regulations and guidelines.
• Inform the physician, RN, RN Clinical Manager, and other members of the Interdisciplinary team of current patient condition, outcomes, response to counseling and/or treatment, and changes in the patient’s condition or needs.
• Complete and submit required documentation within guidelines established by agency.
• Document all services and interactions in the medical record.
• Assist the patient and family in developing long term planning related to declining independence and/or health status.
• Assist the patient and family in developing an appropriate discharge plan.
• Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

Benefits

• progressive benefit plan
• mileage reimbursement
• opportunity for career growth
• additional pay incentives
• flexible schedules

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level