Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:
Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is "Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation." Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.
To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org
Pay Range (depending on experience):
$33.42 - $49.30
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Job Summary
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for assessing and providing support and intervention for the social and emotional needs of patients/residents and their families to promote continuity of care and services. Work includes conducting psychosocial assessments and interventions, mental health screens and referrals and discharge planning for Acute Care patients, Swing Bed residents and patients in Emergency Department.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with providers, nursing staff and CNA's, therapy department, pharmacists, clinic case managers, community resources and agencies.
Communicate patient needs to assist treatment team in advancing patients care and discharge goals. Develop discharge plan through collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
Meet face to face with patients/families/patient representative to assist with discharge planning and cross continuum of care.
Conduct psychosocial assessments and mental health screens in Emergency Department and assist with appropriate referrals of care i.e., contacting community providers to establish continuity of care, referrals to Designated Crisis Response Team and/or facilitate In Patient Psychiatric Admissions.
Collaborate with internal and external resources to facilitate a safe transition from hospital to another facility or home with appropriate services. Identifies discharge barriers and initiates action to resolve.
Maintain timely documentation in patient/resident electronic record.
Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
Adapts to changes in the work environment: Engages others in understanding the reason for change and leads them to identify the path forward.
Builds and maintains working relationships: Maintains strong working relationships and engenders trust and credibility through effective and professional interactions.
Creates positive experiences for patients, customers, and co-workers.
Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Participates in ongoing skills training, competency development, and professional development.
Exhibits effective work skills: Successfully performs job duties in accordance with SPMC expectations for quality, quantity, and timeliness. Demonstrates initiative. Effectively adjusts to changing circumstances; prioritizes and manages workload to achieve desired results; remains focused and on track despite obstacles or interruptions.
Facilitates Teamwork: Actively engages in team activities. Welcomes and supports new team members; promotes a positive work environment.
Fosters an environment of trust: Maintains open & honest communication. Protects privacy & confidentiality. Follows through on commitments.
Provides thoughtful and constructive input for strategic planning. Participates in departmental/functional strategies and tactics.
Organizational Responsibilities
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.
Required Education and Experience
Required licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Advanced knowledge of social work and behavioral health theories and practices. Demonstrates competence in clinical skills such that he/she is able to perform required tasks.
Ability to assess patient needs and exercise independent judgment in managing and coordinating care.
Ability to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, caregivers, and patients. Strong leadership, facilitation, delegation, and coaching skills.
Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment.
Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience. Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
Ability to work independently performing a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills.
Strong leadership, organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment
Physical Requirements
Lifting less than 10 pounds is performed occasionally (10-30% of the time).
Lifting 10-35 pounds is performed occasionally (10-30% of the time).
Lifting greater than 35 pounds is performed occasionally (10-30% of the time).
Carrying less than 10 pounds is performed seldom (1-10% of the time).
Carrying 10-35 pounds is performed seldom (1-10% of the time).
Carrying greater than 35 pounds is performed seldom (1-10% of the time).
Pushing or pulling 0-35 pounds is performed occasionally (10-30% of the time).
Sitting is performed frequently (30-70% of the time).
Standing is performed frequently (30-70% of the time).
Walking is performed constantly (over 70% of the time).
Bending or stooping is performed occasionally (10-30% of the time).
Crouching is performed seldom (1-10% of the time).
Sensory Requirements
FTE:
0
Work Shift:
All non union, non exempt staff
Working Location:
Elma, Washington
Benefits:
Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!
We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Benefits offered by SPMC:
Additional Information:
Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital's programs, activities, services, and employment.
This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.