Deaconess Home Health·Jasper, Indiana
As a Medical Social Worker, you will establish care plans, provide crisis intervention, and assist caregivers in understanding social and emotional factors affecting patient care. You will also provide education to patients and caregivers and make community referrals as needed.
Where You’ll Work Deaconess Home Care is part of an expansive health care network that is committed to providing better patient care, with better outcomes, where it is best received, at home. As a faith-based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and their families and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch. Job Summary and Responsibilities ***Deaconess Home Health in Jasper, IN - HIRING - Medical Social Worker- PRN****NestMed ambient AI technology***
***8-hour Day Shift - Mileage Reimbursement (58.5 cents per mile)- No After Hour On Call Requirements**
At Deaconess Home Care, we strive to embody our mission of delivering hope and healing to those we serve. As a Medical Social Worker, you’ll engage in a range of exciting responsibilities, including:****NestMed ambient AI technology***
Establishing a care plan in accordance with the physician’s plan of treatment. Providing crisis intervention as required. Assisting the physician and other caregivers in understanding the significant social, emotional and economic factors influencing the patient’s ability to improve medically. Providing patient care education to patients and caregivers. Assisting in making appropriate community referrals to gain access to additional resources as needed (i.e. applications for public assistance, housing problems, additional health care resources, transportation) Working with the patient’s caregivers to resolve problems interfering with an optimum caring relationship between the patient and caregiver. Completing and submitting all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Job Requirements Master’s degree from an accredited school approved by the Council on Social Work Education. In Indiana, must also be certified under IC25-23.6-4-3. Currently licensed to practice in the state serviced. One year social work experience in a health care setting. Current CPR/BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross and compliance with state requirements Ready to Make a Difference? At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
A Master's degree in social work from an accredited institution is required, along with one year of experience in a healthcare setting. Candidates must also be licensed to practice in Indiana and hold current CPR/BLS certification.
Market context
Indiana physician openings in vascular surgery are typically driven by hospital and specialty practice coverage needs, so demand can be steady where procedural volume is high. These roles are competitive because employers look for an MD or DO, an active Indiana license, and board certification or eligibility, along with strong clinical and surgical skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure status and recent vascular case experience before applying.
