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Optum

Social Worker - SW

Optum, Salem, Oregon, us, 97308

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Social Worker - SW at Optum.

Explore opportunities with Optum, a leading post-acute care partner. As part of the Optum family, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.

As the Medical Social Worker, you provide medical social services under the direction of a physician and the Interdisciplinary Group to assist in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in developing coping mechanisms.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist patients, significant others, physicians, and healthcare team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental, and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis.

Contribute as a healthcare team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis.

Instruct healthcare team members on community resources available to assist patients as needed.

Function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise provision of bereavement services reflective of patient/family needs. Establish a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided.

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as 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.

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary range for this role is $58,800 to $105,000 annually (full-time). In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility).

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industry: Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Location: Salem, OR

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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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