Job Description

The Medical Social Worker provides medical social services to patients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician. This position is a key member of the interdisciplinary team and supervises the Social Work Assistant. The Medical Social Worker reports directly to the Clinical Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Provide rehabilitative and supportive casework aimed at restoring patients to their optimal level of social and health adjustment. * Assist patients and their families in understanding, accepting, and following medical recommendations. * Help patients utilize family and community resources by referring them or acting as an intermediary with health and welfare agencies. * Address personal and environmental difficulties interfering with medical care, including counseling and assistance with long-term care placement. * Develop a care plan in collaboration with the physician, patient, family, and other team members. * Supervise the Social Work Assistant through conference calls, record reviews, direct supervision, and home visits. Documentation * Complete medical social service evaluations and visit reports on the day of service, adhering to agency documentation timelines. * Prepare discharge/transfer summaries in accordance with agency timelines. * Submit weekly visiting schedules and maintain accurate records of work hours. * Document Social Work Assistant supervisory activities. Communication * Respond to referral requests within 24 hours and complete initial visits within 72 hours unless dictated otherwise by the physician or patient needs. * Consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to provide insight into social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting patient health. * Maintain confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. * Provide case updates to the primary nurse/case manager regarding patient status, concerns, and changes in needs. * Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated care. * Report immediate clinical needs to the supervising nurse or designee. Professional Standards * Maintain a professional image and adhere to agency policies and standards. * Follow infection control and safety procedures. * Comply with Social Work Practice Act regulations and Social Work Practice Standards. Professional Development * Attend all mandatory in-services and additional staff meetings. * Participate in educational sessions, quality improvement programs, and professional development activities. * Continue to expand knowledge through formal education, workshops, conferences, and independent study. Additional Responsibilities * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Master’s degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education-accredited program. * Licensed Social Worker in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. * Minimum one year of experience in a healthcare setting. * Reliable transportation for travel between assignments; valid driver’s license and insurance required. * Current CPR and First Aid certification. * Clear criminal history report and required regulatory clearances (e.g., Childline, FBI, OIG, Medicheck, EPLS/SAM). Work Environment and Physical Requirements * Moderate exposure to communicable diseases; Hepatitis B vaccine offered. * Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., carry up to 20 lbs., and perform tasks requiring bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, and repetitive motions. * Ability to navigate stairs and uneven walkways. * Strong verbal, hearing, and visual acuity required to assess and educate patients and communicate with healthcare professionals. * Proficiency with medical equipment, supplies, charts, and computer systems. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care by providing essential social work services in a home healthcare setting. If you are passionate about patient advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration, we encourage you to apply!

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