Hospice Medical Social Worker

Logan Health is looking for an experienced and compassionate Hospice Medical Social Worker to join our team. This is an essential role that provides invaluable services to our hospice patients and their families. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in social work, a minimum of two years of experience in hospice social work, and a strong sense of empathy and compassion. We are looking for someone who can bring a positive attitude and an ability to connect with our patients and their families. If you are looking for a meaningful and rewarding career, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide compassionate and supportive medical social services to hospice patients and their families.
2. Develop and implement individualized plans to address the social and emotional needs of hospice patients.
3. Assist families in understanding the impact of a terminal illness and the end of life process.
4. Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure optimal care for patients and families.
5. Educate patients and families about available community resources and provide referrals as needed.
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all services provided to patients and families.
7. Participate in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in hospice social work.
8. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and organizational policies.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Hospice Medical Social Worker in Kalispell, MT 59901, USA is $45,000 to $77,500 per year. Salaries typically start from $43,000 and go up to $86,000.

Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH) is a nonprofit, 354-bed health system located in the iconic Flathead Valley of northwest Montana. In 1997, Kalispell Regional Hospital changed their name to "Kalispell Regional Medical Center". In 2021, Kalispell Regional Healthcare's hospital system rebranded as "Logan Health", in reference to Logan Pass, the highest point along the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park.