Medical Social Worker

5 days ago

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States Presbyterian Healthcare Services Full time

Medical Social Worker - Oncology at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary:
A Medical Social Worker specializing in oncology evaluates and implements discharge plans tailored to the psychosocial and financial needs of patients and their families. Actively participating in the multidisciplinary healthcare team, they advocate for optimal patient outcomes and facilitate effective communication among all stakeholders. This part-time role requires collaboration with various healthcare professionals to support patient adjustment and ensure safe transitions to community settings.

Overview:

Presbyterian is seeking a

Medical Social Worker

to evaluate develop and implement appropriate discharge plans which consider the psychosocial and financial needs of patients and their families and functioning as a key member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. This is directed at supporting and maximizing the social functioning and adjustment of the patient and their family

Type of Opportunity: Part Time (0.5 FTE/20 hours per week)
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8 hour days

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
Shift differentials for nights and weekends
Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
Malpractice liability insurance
Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Eduction Department
EPIC electronic charting system

Responsibilities:

The medical social worker is responsible for the identification and assessment of psychosocial problems and will work with patients and families achieve resolution or will provide referrals to the appropriate agencies for the service.
The medical social worker shall be available for patients and their families through many aspects of care. This includes psychosocial problem-solving activities in admission and discharge phases and assessment of financial needs and available resources, which contribute to a safe and appropriate discharge to the community setting.
Results of assessments and interventions are documented in the medical record.
The medical social worker functions as an advocate and liaison to the multidisciplinary healthcare team and is responsible for discharge plans, which will achieve optimal patient outcomes.
The medical social worker collaborates as a key member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Collaboration includes the active participation of the social worker in the team decision-making process. He/she is responsible for helping the team members understand function and role of the social worker in the clinical setting.
The medical social worker acts as an expert resource and contact for the multidisciplinary team, including other social workers or community case managers, physicians, ancillary staff and nursing staff on a multi-state and regional basis to help promote the optimal continuity of care for the patient in discharge or transfer arrangements.
Facilitates effective communication between administration, staff, physicians, other department, patients, families and the general public. Participates in conflict resolution as necessary and acts as an effective problem solver.
Exemplifies a high standard of leadership qualities and professionalism. Mentors the staff in developing and achieving professional goals.
Performs Utilization Review
Performs other functions as required.
Qualifications:

Masters in Social Work required.
Must hold current License form the State of New Mexico as a Licensed Independent Social Worker or Licensed Masters Social Worker.
Experience or preceptorship in clinical social work is desirable
Benefits:

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses
Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $34.27/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Keywords:
medical social worker, oncology, healthcare team, patient advocacy, discharge planning, psychosocial needs, financial assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical social work, healthcare support

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