Make a difference every day as an Amedisysmedical social worker
Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.
Attractive pay
- $42.71-52.15/hr
- Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
- Paid time off.
- Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
- Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
- Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
- 401(k) with a company match.
- Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
- Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
- And more.
- Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.
- Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.
- 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.
- Holds a masters or doctorate degree from a school of social work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
- Has one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
- Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
- Current CPR certification.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
About the company
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At Amedisys whether we’re caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. From home health to hospice to personal care, every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to more than 415,000 patients every year.
We know that every life tells an incredible story, and we celebrate that each day by honoring our patients with genuine, personal attention. Everything we do, from the boardroom to our nationwide network of care centers, is centered on the best care possible for those who have entrusted us with their well-being and comfort. We work closely with doctors and other healthcare providers to coordinate services, and every patient has an individual plan of care that meets their specific needs.
Amedisys recognizes that nothing we do is possible without our incredible team. For all employees, whether they’re on the front lines delivering direct care or supporting our clinical team, this isn’t just a job – it’s a higher calling. We’re committed to finding passionate, qualified caregivers for our team and investing in them with the best resources, training and professional development opportunities to nurture their talents in order to empower them to make a real difference.
At Amedisys, we know that the unique skills and experiences all service members and military spouses have lead to outstanding, dedicated caregivers, and that is why we are proud to partner with organizations such as Hiring our Heroes, TAOnline.com, and Military Spouses Employment Partnership to recruit and employ veterans and military spouses across our company.
Together, we will lead the future of healthcare in the home, establishing ourselves as the premier innovative choice for aging in place wherever patients call home. Visit our website at www.amedisys.com/careers to learn how to join a team of committed professionals who are dedicated to a culture of delivering excellent patient care.