Hospice Medical Social Worker

Amedisys is one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S., offering flexibility, purpose, and growth to help patients heal at home.

Pay

$65,000 - $68,000

Benefits

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth
• Paid time off
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities (e.g., spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets)
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program
• 401(k) with a company match
• Family support including infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement

Benefit eligibility varies by position and shift status. Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities

• Assists the patient and family with health-related financial, social, and emotional concerns and helps develop effective coping skills
• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care
• Ensures changes in the patient's clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members and the care center office staff in a timely manner
• Educates the patient, family members, and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plans
• Performs care planning, transfer, and discharge functions
• Identifies risks or threats to the patient's health in their environment and promptly implements appropriate interventions
• Communicates identified risks or threats to the patient’s physician and healthcare team to coordinate care effectively
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Holds a master’s or doctorate degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Meets state and federal requirements for the position
• Current CPR certification

Compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.