Medical Social Worker (BSW) jobs in Alaska
Medical Social Worker (BSW) provides social work services to hospital patients and their families. Counsels and provides crisis intervention for patients, including assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioral problems related to hospitalization. Being a Medical Social Worker (BSW) participates as a member of multi-disciplinary team and may assist patients in treatment planning. May contribute to the formulation of discharge plans. Additionally, Medical Social Worker (BSW) requires a bachelor's degree of social work. Typically reports to a manager. Medical Social Worker (BSW)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Medical Social Worker (BSW) jobs
- Foundation Health Partners
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Fairbanks, AK
FULL_TIME
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Job ID: 2024-13888
Category: Social Services
Facility Name: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Position Type: FA: Full Time
Shift: Days
New Grad: Yes
Overview
This position develops, coordinates and provides social work services to patients and families who are faced with social, emotional and situational stressors precipitated by illness, injury, and/or disability. The goal is to aid in adaptation and empower the patient and the family to participate to the fullest of their abilities in the care coordination and/or discharge planning processes. This position provides developmentally appropriate care for the population that it serves which includes planning for the safe discharge and continuity of care, the ability to recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages as well as the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill and terminally ill patient.
Commitment Bonus, Relocation and Temporary Housing available!
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.
Position Available
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Full Time; Days
40 hours per week with weekend rotation
Responsibilities
- Processes, plans, and facilitates the coordination of care, and/or the timely discharge/transfer of patients from acute/observation care from the hospital. Assesses and evaluates the needs of the patient within the framework of their functional abilities, culture and support/resources.
- Facilitates/ implements the care plan in collaboration with the health care team. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to develop, manage and communicate the transition of care plan.
- Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the transition of care plan.
- Assists and supports patients and families. Provides advocacy and resource services for the patient. Acts as a liaison to health care facilities and community groups.
- Maintains knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other program benefits to assist patients with discharge planning and choices. Knowledge of contemporary behavioral health and system theories relevant to health care, end of life dynamics, and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling, substance abuse identification and interventions, support of victims of abuse, neglect, or violence. Provides professional education to staff and community.
- Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
- 8 Days Ago
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. Non-temporary AK LBSW license required within 12 months of hire. Temporary LBSW license acceptable within the first year of hire. Must have knowledge of government/community agencies, resources, such as Medicare/Medicaid, long term care or other applicable resources/services. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relation skills and time management skills. In acute care must be able to work flexible hours and take rotation call after hours/weekends.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBLS CertificationAdditional related education and/or experience preferred.
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer;qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
- U.S. Army Medical Command
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Fort Wainwright, AK
FULL_TIME
- Duties GS-9 and 11 Social Workers will complete these same duties under the guidance and supervision of an independent licensed provider until they have obtained an independent clinical license. GS-12...
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- Aya Healthcare
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Anchorage, AK
FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR,TEMPORARY
- Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Medical Social Worker Social Services in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a 13-week contract position that requires at least one year of e...
- 21 Days Ago
- Laurel St. Dialysis
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Anchorage, AK
FULL_TIME
- We are currently seeking a Medical Social Worker for our outpatient dialysis clinic located in Anchorage, AK. The key responsibilities for this position are as follows: Responsible, through direct act...
- 1 Month Ago
- Providence
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Kodiak, AK
OTHER
- Description"The Social Worker MSW is a split position that works with both hospital patients and long-term care residents. In the acute hospital setting the social work role is fast-paced and focused ...
- 15 Days Ago
- Providence
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Kodiak, AK
FULL_TIME
- Description The Social Worker MSW is a split position that works with both hospital patients and long-term care residents. In the acute hospital setting the social work role is fast-paced and focused ...
- 18 Days Ago
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