OSPTA Hospice is seeking full-time medical social worker to provide services to hospice patients in the North Hills areas of PGH and surrounding areas.
BENEFITS AND PERKS: Full-time only
● Medical, Vision and Dental
● Free Basic Life and Long Long-Term Disability Insurance plan with option to pay for additional coverage
● Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance available
● 401k retirement plan with generous employer match
● Paid time off, Paid holidays and so much more!
- 1 yr of SW experience required
- Hospice experience preferred
- Must be willing to travel in all weather conditions
- Strong computer and technology skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.
SW Qualifications: Must meet at least one of the following: (a)Have an MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and one year experience in a health care setting; (b) have a baccalaureate degree in social work (BSAW) from a school of social work accredited by the CSWE and one year of experience in a health care setting and be supervised by a MSW accredited by the CSWE; or (c) have a baccalaureate degree in psychology, sociology or other field related to social work and at least one year of social work expierience in a healch care setting and be supervised by a MSW accredited by the CSWE.
SW Skills: have good oral and written communication skills; be of excellent health and possess a high energy level; demonstrate a commitment to excellent patient care and customer service.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to supervise others appropriately. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes. Completes Hospice training program.
Essential Functions:
- Regularly assesses and reassesses the nursing needs of the Hospice patient.
- Provides Hospice social work services and treatments.
- Initiates social work procedures appropriate for the patient’s Hospice care and safety.
- Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
- Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
- Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
- Performs specific social work procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
- Maintains records as required by Hospice.
- Coordinates the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICF or MR.
*Full job description available upon interview
OSPTA Hospice is seeking the best SW’s to provide the highest quality of care to our patients and compassion while offering end of life choices. Our hospices social workers love the independence and flexible scheduling. If you are a passionate and dedicated SW who provides quality care and compassion, then we want you!
Certifications, Testings and Clearances:
Healthcare provider CPR certified
Pre-Employment criminal background check
Physical
PPD screening
Driver’s License
Automotive Insurance
Salary will be based upon qualifications and job requirements.
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Language:
Ability to Relocate:
- Ross Township, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
