Medical Social Worker
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Amedisys, Inc. as a Medical Social Worker in United States. Overview Part time Day Visits - PRN can be an option as well Make a difference every day as an Amedisys medical social worker Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U. S.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists the patient and family with health related financial, social and emotional concerns and assists with effective coping skills.
- Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.
- Ensures that changes in the patient's clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members and the care center office staff in a timely manner.
- Educates the patient and family members and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plan.
Requirements
- Holds a masters or doctorate degree from a school of social work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Has one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
- Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
- Current CPR certification.
Benefits & Compensation
- related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Amedisys, Inc. as a Medical Social Worker.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Medical Social Worker at Amedisys a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Social Work — Physician Career Context
This Social Work position at Amedisys is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
Stated compensation: Up to $1,000.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Exceptional work-life balance score (8.4/10)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Social Work, Patient Care, Communication, Care Planning, Risk Assessment, Counseling, Team Collaboration, Emotional Support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: The Medical Social Worker assists patients and families with health-related financial, social, and emotional concerns while providing social work services according to the care plan. They also communicate changes in the patient's clinical status to the healthcare team and educate patients and famili...
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Wellness Rewards, Mental Health Support, 401k, Infertility Treatment Coverage, Adoption Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Part Time
Posted
1mo ago
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