The Medical Social Worker collaborates with themultidisciplinary team to provide input in the development of the plan of carefor those patients requiring social work intervention. The Medical Social Worker provides medicallynecessary intervention to patients who have social or emotional problems thatare, or are expected to be, impediment(s) to the effective treatment of themedical condition and/or rate of recovery. Additionally, the Medical Social Worker provides these services inaccordance with physician’s orders.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides medically necessary social work intervention inaccordance with physician’s orders

　　Assesses patient’s psychosocial needs; plans for, evaluates,and modifies interventions to meet the established patient goals

　　Collaborates with other disciplines to plan and evaluateteam goals for each patient

　　Facilitates patient referrals to community agencies whenappropriate

　　Provides financial counseling when necessary to achieve thetreatment goals established by the multidisciplinary team

　　Assists patient/family/caregivers in planning for presentand future psychosocial needs related to the patient’s current status andprognosis, including terminal illness

　　Adheres to company policies and procedures while providingservices and preparing/submitting required paperwork

　　Observes and reports patient progress and/or changes inpatient status to physician and appropriate multidisciplinary team members

　　Functions as a resource person for other members of thehealth care team, providing inservice education and consultation inunderstanding the social and emotional factors related to health problems.

　　Maintains knowledge of the field including Medicare,Medicaid, and other third-party reimbursement sources.

　　Participates in planning and implementing qualityimprovement activities as necessary

　　Provides positive experiences in assisting patients,families, physicians, other departmental employees, referral resources, serviceagencies, and others.

　　Adheres to facility and Maxim policies at all times

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Baccalaureate degree in Social Work (BSW) or Master’s degreefrom a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Educationper state/client requirements required

　　Minimum of one (1) year of social work experience in ahealth care environment in the last two years preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.