Hospice Social Worker - Wytheville, VA - PRN

Overview

Explore opportunities with Wythe Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Medical Social Worker provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.

• Assist 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.
• Contribute as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis.
• Instruct 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. Establish a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided.

• 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.

• Bereavement Coordination experience.
• Experience with establishing a plan of care for bereavement needs.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full‑time employment.

In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, 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.

United Health 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.

Applicants are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.