MSW

LORIAN HEALTH

5d•$50 - $80

About The Position

Join Our Compassionate Home Health Team - Per Diem Medical Social Worker Needed! Come join a home health agency that is thoughtful, generous, and family-oriented, placing focus on taking the best care of our patients and our employees! Per Diem Home Health Medical Social Worker-San Diego County, CA Lorian Health is a leading home health and hospice agency dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. We are seeking energetic and compassionate individuals to join our team of skilled professionals. Join a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our patients. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates closely to provide comprehensive care and support. Our focus is on delivering the best care to our patients while nurturing a caring and inclusive environment for our employees. As an organization, we set the highest quality standards for home health services. We believe in equanimity and ensure that all our patients receive the same level of care and attention. We are determined to provide the highest caliber of healthcare for our patients and their families. At Lorian Health, we believe in fostering a positive and inclusive company culture. We prioritize the well-being of both our patients and employees. We offer a supportive work environment where collaboration, compassion, and professional growth are encouraged. Our commitment to social responsibility extends beyond our organization, as we actively engage with our community to make a difference in people's lives. As a Per Diem Home Health Medical Social Worker, you will play a vital role in providing care to our patients in various areas of San Diego County. You will assess and evaluate patients' needs for community resources and in-home support services, assist in implementing the plan of care, support patients with advance directives, and maintain accurate clinical notes. Our electronic medical records system allows you to complete all charting inside the patient's home efficiently. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Requirements

Master's Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Certified/licensed and in good standing within the state.
Minimum of one year of experience as a Medical Social Worker, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Good physical stamina and mental health.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.
Excellent communication skills and ability to follow written instructions.
Self-directed and able to work with little direct supervision.
Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
Valid driver's license and insured automobile.

Nice To Haves

Experience in home health is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assessing and evaluating patients for community resources and in-home support services.
Assisting in the implementation of the plan of care.
Supporting patients with advance directives.
Preparing and submitting accurate clinical notes.
Completing all charting inside the patient's home using our electronic medical records system.
Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
Participating in discharge planning and in-service education programs.