Outpatient Medical Social Worker- Cystic Fibrosis & Adult Congestive Heart Failure

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Outpatient Medical Social Worker-

Cystic Fibrosis & Adult Congestive Heart Failure
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Social Workers to join our multidisciplinary teams in two clinics on Nebraska Medicine’s main campus. This position plays a vital role in addressing the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, improving access to care, promoting adherence to complex treatment plans and enhancing quality of life.  Responsibilities of this role include close collaboration with physicians, nurses, social workers, financial counselors and community resources. Assist patient and families in coping with chronic illness and transitions of care. Advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system and community. Provide crisis intervention when needed. Assist in some discharge planning coordination with medical team for the Cystic Fibrosis patients.

If you have questions about applying for the Outpatient Medical Social Worker, please contact Jana Whitmarsh at jwhitmarsh@nebraskamed.com​

Details:

Full time

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Duties:

Outpatient Medical Social Worker-

Cystic Fibrosis & Adult Congestive Heart Failure

Provide support and intervention to ensure assistance for patients and families with personal and/or environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Be a part of a consultive service to focus on the social, psychological, rehabilitative, protective and financial needs of patients to coordinate care

Required Qualifications:

Outpatient Medical Social Worker-

Cystic Fibrosis & Adult Congestive Heart Failure

• Master's degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited university required.

• Minimum of two years of experience in social work required.

• Knowledge of professional guidelines regarding confidentiality of client and staff information required.

• Competent in the use of a variety of computer applications, including Microsoft Excel and Word required.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient groups and their families required.

• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing required.

• Must demonstrate personal traits of a high-level commitment, motivation and energy, team orientation, and professionalism required.

• Knowledge of health care services and resources required.

• Ability to work independently required.

• Strong analytical skills required.          

• Certified Social Worker (CSW) by Nebraska law OR Provisional Certified Master of Social Work (PCMSW) required.

Note: If this position is for the geriatric department - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Outpatient Medical Social Worker-

Cystic Fibrosis & Adult Congestive Heart Failure

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for non-geriatric departments preferred.