Description

OVERVIEW

Advanced Diagnostics Healthcare System is an independent, physician-led and patient-centered organization of hospitals, clinics and diagnostic centers in Texas. We are entirely focused on bringing you advanced, comprehensive care and superior patient experience. As we continue to grow, our focus is providing quality patient care by adding to our team of clinical and non-clinical professionals that work together in a collaborative manner.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager, or CNO, the Clinical Social Worker provides direct service to patients and their families. This includes counseling and the seeking of resources to answer unmet needs. The Clinical Social Worker also provides consultation services and in-service education programs related to the psychosocial aspects of health care to other professional staff members in the health care team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• For each admission to caseload, develops an individualized and holistic plan of care for the patient in collaboration with the patient/family/caregiver. Performs psychosocial assessment to determine social work needs.
• For each visit, demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement the plan of care, social work interventions, and procedures necessary for the skilled care of the patient, as evidenced by chart review and observation.
• Creates treatment plans and coordinates care with the student’s parent/guardian, primary care provider, and/or specialty provider(s)
• Provides individual, family, and group therapy as well as episodic crisis intervention utilizing brief, solution-focused intervention.
• For each discharge, documentation demonstrates improvement in outcomes or applicable variances are identified. Patients are appropriately prepared for discharge, and all disciplines involved in the care of the patient are in agreement with the plan. Ensure patient/caregiver have information necessary to remain in the community.
• Responds to and participates in opportunities to demonstrate the use of individual advanced clinical skills and advance clinical knowledge. Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating knowledge of evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
• Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. Complies with current hygiene guidelines.
• Demonstrates clinical proficiency and competency in Hospital EMR, automated clinical record.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• Master Degree in Social Work
• License as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• 3 yrs Social Work Experience
• 2 yrs Experience in Acute Care Hospital setting
• Current BLS certification

EDUCATION

• Master Degree in Social Work

CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE

• License as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Current BLS certification

KNOWLEDGE SKILS AND ABILITIES

• Positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy
• Ability to monitor hospital department activities related to discharge planning and clinical quality improvement and addressing resource utilization matters.