Medical Social Worker - Amedisys

Attractive pay

• $115,000 + 10,000 Sign On Bonus

Enjoy many perks and benefits

• A full benefits package (with affordable health insurance options).

• 401k with a match.

• Up to $500 in wellness rewards and up to $1,200 in free healthcare services paid for by Amedisys yearly.

• Mental health support.

• Infertility coverage, adoption reimbursement and paid parental leave.

• Back up child and elder care (at participating locations).

• Fleet vehicle program (for full-time caregivers meeting certain requirements).

• Mileage reimbursement.

• Student loan counseling, tuition reimbursement and refinancing.

• And more.

What's in it for you

• Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.

• Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.

Don't just take it from us - see what our caregivers love about Amedisys

"I have worked here just shy of a year and it's the best job I've ever had! We have an awesome team and administration is very supportive. I never felt so appreciated. Your time off is really yours." - Amedisys caregiver

Why Amedisys
Amedisys is a leading provider of home health, hospice, and high-acuity care, dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.

• Assists the patient and family with health related financial, social and emotional concerns and assists with effective coping skills.

• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.

• Ensures that 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 and family members and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plan.

• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.

• Identifies risks or threats to the patient's health in the patient's environment and promptly implements appropriate interventions to reduce risks. Communicates identification of risks/ threats to the patient to the physician and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care effectively.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Masters or doctorate degree from a school of social work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• LCSW or LMSW Licensure Required
• One (1) year of healthcare experience as a Social Worker.
• Current CPR certification.

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