Medical Social Worker-Bachelor

Is an integral part of the care team, contributing professional expertise to support the holistic health of the patient and support for family and/or other caregivers. In collaboration with the health care team the medical social worker assists patients and families with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Provide patient and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with disease and life limiting illness. Services include advising family and caregivers, providing education and support, and making referrals for other services as needed or requested.

* Performs telephone contact with patients to instruct on follow up and / or discuss understanding of individual service plans.

* Attempts at a minimum biweekly contact with patients as described in the office-based opioid treatment protocol, or at the request of a Licensed Practitioner or Clinical Staff member for a specific concern.

* Serves as advocate for patients, protector of patient's rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.

* Education is incorporated into the plan of care and includes physicians, staff, population specific representatives about patient care options.

* Serves as a liaison between department staff, patients and families, physicians, external vendors/partners to ensure a collaborative approach to care for patients and families.

* Interacts with staff, patients, physicians, families, visitors, and public, representing Carilion Clinic during all interactions.

* Uses documents, spreadsheets and other tools as needed.

Education:Bachelor's Degree in social work or related degree required.

Experience:Social work experience in health care setting preferred. Working for Med/Surgical units as well as Emergency Department, Pediatrics and Birthplace. Must be willing and able to work with substance exposed Newborns and their Families. Team work is a must.

Other: Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position. Demonstrates critical thinking and creative problem solving skills to move patients effectively and efficiently through the continuum of care. Ability and willingness to work as an integral member of a multi skilled team.

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