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Medical Social Worker
Location:
Anchorage, AK
Description:
Medical Social Worker (MSW) Aegis Health Care is hiring Healthcare Heroes ! Ancora Home Health and Hospice is currently seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker (MSW) that has a passion for providing outstanding services to the elderly in Senior Living Communities and in-home health settings. This is a full-time position. The two offices are located in Anchorage and Wasilla . SIGN-ON Bonus $2,500 Each Medical Social Worker (MSW ) is an important part of the Aegis Health Care team. Aegis specializes in providing care for hospice and home health patients in senior living communities or in the patient's home. If you are passionate about providing excellent care and are willing to challenge yourself daily to make a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families, we want YOU on our team. A ncora Home Health and Hospice is part of Aegis Health Care. Aegis is unlike any other health care company. Through continuous improvement and innovation, we have expanded our Aegis family to include a vast array of services and programs designed to meet the needs of the communities we proudly serve. Aegis Health Care is curren tly opera ting in 3 states (Utah, Alaska & Arizona) and continuing to grow. There is an abundance of opportu nity for professional development and growth. The Aegis core values are Character, Experience and Trust . We are committed to providing high quality service to our patients, their families, and our employees. Aegis employees are our most important resource and greatest asset. Our commitment to patient care can only be achieved with the right people in the right place. Positive Work Environment We encourage our employees to maintain work life balance . Aegis creates a healthy work environment for the benefit of both employees and patients. We believe success comes when you surround yourself with passionate, dedicated, happy and talented people. Employee Incentives Health Benefits Comprehensive Medical Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Wellness Program Career Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Program Years of Service Recognition Continued Training & Education Career Advancement Opportunities Financial Benefits 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance Personal Benefits Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Aegis Experience Rewards Program Being the Difference We are looking for employees with the following qualities: thrive on establishing high level standards committed to professionalism while performing job duties and responsibilities positive attitude team player proactive problem solver honesty and integrity If you would like to be a part of an outstanding team that provides world-class care, we look forward to hearing from you. Job Responsibilities: Provide short-term individual counseling Assess the psychosocial status of patient/caregiver related to terminal illness and communicate findings to the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary group Complete social evaluations including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, risk for suicide, neglect or abuse, and plan intervention based on evaluation findings Address patient/family questions and issues Educate patient/family on and assist in preparation of advanced directives Maintain a collaborative relationship with personnel to support patient care Serve as a liaison between patient/caregiver and community agencies Maintain clinical records for all patients Active participation in team meetings Demonstrate flexibility with job duties and assignments Skills & Qualifications: Master's degree from a school of social work (MSW) accredited by the council of social work education Minimum of one year experience in a health care setting; home care experience preferred Understand hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying Strong communication and interpersonal skills Adaptive problem-solving skills Compassionate and caring attitude Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable automobile Proof of current auto insurance Criminal background check clearance/fingerprint clearance Current CPR certification Negative TB test Working Environment : Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. *Sign-On Bonus (To be paid out on the first paycheck with a six month commitment)
Company:
Ancora Home Health & Hospice
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPool
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Medical Social Worker is a Social Services Social Worker Job at Ancora Home Health & Hospice located in Anchorage AK. Find other listings like Medical Social Worker by searching Oodle for Social Services Social Worker Jobs.