Optum
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As the Medical Social Worker, you provide medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to the patient’s health status and to develop coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities
Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient’s health status on an as needed basis
Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis
Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient / family if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
Current CPR certification
Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence
Current Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
Preferred Qualifications
Bereavement Coordination experience
Experience with establishing a plan of care for bereavement needs
Compensation and Benefits Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Drug‑Free Workplace UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Medical Social Worker, you provide medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to the patient’s health status and to develop coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities
Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient’s health status on an as needed basis
Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis
Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient / family if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
Current CPR certification
Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence
Current Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
Preferred Qualifications
Bereavement Coordination experience
Experience with establishing a plan of care for bereavement needs
Compensation and Benefits Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Drug‑Free Workplace UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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