Licensed Medical Social Worker LMSW Home Health
PruittHealth·Leland, North Carolina
PruittHealth·Leland, North Carolina
Provide medical social services to home health patients and their families, including psychosocial assessments and the development of care plans. Coordinate essential financial, social, and medical resources while assisting with long-term planning and discharge processes.
Licensed Medical Social Worker LMSW – Home Health Services Special consideration for applicants who currently live in or commutable to Brunswick, New Hanover, & Pender Counties NC Home is where the heart is! That's why PruittHealth @ Home is committed to caring for our patients and residents, as well as providing our employees with a rewarding career as a member of our PruittHealth family. New Pay Per Point Model – Top pay in the industry Our Compensation Plan for our clinicians is top of market and pays higher for visits that require greater effort. By assigning higher point values, we can directly tie your compensation to the work you perform, and time spent outside of a visit. JOB PURPOSE: Provide medical social services to PruittHealth Home Health patients and their families in their place of residence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide care to patients within the accepted standards of practice for industry and profession.
Complete psychosocial history and assessment to evaluate social service needs of patients.
Develop an initial plan of care in consultation with the RN, RN Clinical Manager, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Locate and obtain resources necessary to the financial, social, medical and emotional well-being of the patient.
Provide counseling to patient/caregivers to assist in coping with significant changes in the patient’s condition.
Maintain clinical record to meet federal, state, and agency regulations and guidelines.
Inform the physician, RN, RN Clinical Manager, and other members of the Interdisciplinary team of current patient condition, outcomes, response to counseling and/or treatment, and changes in the patient’s condition or needs.
Complete and submit required documentation within guidelines established by agency.
Document all services and interactions in the medical record.
Assist the patient and family in developing long term planning related to declining independence and/or health status.
Assist the patient and family in developing an appropriate discharge plan.
Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines. As a member of our team, clinicians will have access to top-of-the-market pay structures with unlimited income potential, progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, opportunity for career growth, additional pay incentives, and flexible schedules – plus a great team environment that reflects our commitment to caring for our 16,000 partners.
Requires a Master's degree in social work and at least one year of experience in medical social work. Candidates must hold a valid professional license in the state of practice, a driver's license with insurance, and current CPR certification.
Market context
Home health agencies in North Carolina continue to need licensed medical social workers who can support discharge planning, psychosocial assessment, and care coordination in the community. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, state licensure, medical social work experience, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status, insurance, and mileage expectations before applying.
