Medical Social Worker/Care Coordinator

46122 Danville, Indiana Suburban Home Health

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The Hospice Care Coordinator - Social Worker plays a key role in initiating compassionate and comprehensive hospice services for patients and families. This position performs in-person or virtual consults, providing education and support around end-of-life care, assessing psychosocial needs, and coordinating services. As a social worker, the Care Coordinator brings expertise in communication, counseling, and care navigation to support informed decision-making during a critical time.

The Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the referral-to-admission process for hospice patients.

  • Respond to hospice consult requests from hospitals, nursing facilities, physicians, or internal referral sources.
  • Conduct timely in-person assessments with patients and families to introduce hospice services and guide eligibility discussions.
  • Provide education on hospice philosophy, services, coverage, and the interdisciplinary team approach.
  • Complete psychosocial assessments and support families through emotional, financial, or caregiver-related concerns.
  • Serve as a liaison between referral sources and the hospice team to facilitate seamless transitions of care.
  • Collaborate with admissions nurses and the hospice interdisciplinary team to ensure timely and appropriate admissions.
  • Document assessments, communications, and interventions according to agency policy and regulatory requirements.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with referral sources, including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and clinics.
  • Participate in team meetings and provide feedback to improve the consult and intake process.
  • Remain up to date on hospice regulations, best practices, and community resources.
Social Work Consult:
  • Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments during initial hospice consults, identifying patient and family needs, strengths, and barriers.
  • Provide emotional support, active listening, and crisis intervention to patients and families during periods of uncertainty or distress.
  • Assist patients and families in understanding their prognosis and care options while respecting cultural, spiritual, and personal values.
  • Address concerns related to caregiver burden, family dynamics, advance directives, financial hardship, and grief.
  • Connect families with appropriate community resources such as financial aid, transportation, spiritual support, and respite services.
  • Promote autonomy and dignity for patients by supporting informed decision-making and self-determination.
  • Communicate findings to the hospice interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity and coordination of care from the very first encounter.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Requirements
  • Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in hospice, palliative care, medical social work, or care coordination preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Comfortable discussing sensitive end-of-life issues and guiding families through complex decisions.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple consults, and prioritize urgent needs.
  • Proficient with electronic documentation and scheduling systems
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Funeral Director/Embalmer

46135 Putnam County, Indiana SCI Shared Resources, LLC

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At SCI, life is not about a job, it's about a purpose. It's about taking pride in the exceptional service we provide to families every day and in the positive impact we make in our local communities. For SCI providers, there is no greater honor than helping to remember a life lived. Our associates are part of a team that celebrates our unique differences and offers exceptional work-life balance.
We're looking for a licensed Funeral Director or Funeral Director/Embalmer to be a part of our dynamic team! Our professionals understand that attention to even the smallest details can help create a unique and unforgettable send-off. Join our team today and be a part of something great!
Our Funeral Directors and Embalmers enjoy:
+ Stability - Service Corporation International (SCI) includes the Dignity Memorial® brand and is the North America's largest provider of cremation, funeral and cemetery services. Learn more at SCI-Corp.com
+ Ongoing training
+ Advancement opportunities
+ Competitive bonus plan
+ Associate discount program
We think our CEO, Tom Ryan, said it best when it comes to SCI's benefits:
_"At SCI, we believe we are Better Together. When each of us brings our best self to work, we can provide the Service Excellence our families deserve. This is why we provide you and your loved ones with benefits and resources to help you become your best."_
BETTER HEALTH:
Wellbeing is important to us, and to ensure our associates have access to the best care, we offer medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision insurance plans for our associates to select from. We have a wellness program that offers benefit credits and includes a company contribution toward Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA). Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers immediate, confidential help to our associates and their dependents as well as eight free counseling sessions per incident.
BETTER WEALTH:
We are committed to providing the means and resources for our associates to manage their current and future financial needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, financial education tools and flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses.
BETTER SELF:
We encourage our associates to take time off through vacation, holiday, sick time, maternity leave and baby bonding (maternity & paternity) plans. Career development is an important focus, supported by tuition reimbursement, professional training and discounted university rates. Through the Sam Lucas Scholarship Foundation, we provide educational grants to associates, their spouses and children. What is important to our associates outside of work is important to us too. We offer additional benefits including adoption assistance and pet insurance, among many other insurance and benefit options.
BETTER COMMUNITY:
Our Associate Resource Communities (ARCs) are associate-led, self-directed groups of Company colleagues who share similar interests and backgrounds. ARCs offer opportunities to connect with colleagues, promote diversity, share ideas, enhance our business and get involved in and improve the communities in which we live and work. As part of our mission to promote excellence in funeral service, our mortuary science scholarship program awards over $96,000 each year to 25 deserving students. (Associates are eligible to participate.) In exchange for a contribution to a charity of their choice, our associates can earn an additional day off per year.
Note: Eligibility requirements apply.
SCI is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.
For any difficulties with the application process, please reach out to
Job Profile ID: F00223
Time Type: Full time
Location Name: Bittles & Hurt Funeral Home
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Certified Medical Assistant, Primary Care

47834 Brazil, Indiana Ascension Health

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**Details**
+ **Department:** Primary Care
+ **Schedule:** Mon, Tues, Thurs 9:30a-6p Wed and Friday 8:30a-5p
+ **Hospital:** Ascension Medical Group, clinic
+ **Location:** Brazil, IN
CMA experience preferred. Willing to train the right candidate.
**Benefits**
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer._
**Responsibilities**
Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).
+ Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.
+ Perform select clinical duties.
+ Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
+ Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
+ Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
+ Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
+ Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
+ May document the provider's encounter with patients.
+ List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
+ Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.
**Requirements**
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
+ Medical Assistant obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Certified or Registered both accepted.
Education:
+ High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
**Additional Preferences**
No additional preferences.
**Why Join Our Team**
Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Pay Non-Discrimination Notice ( note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
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General Practice Care-Associate Veterinaria-Avon-IN

46123 Avon, Indiana USVTA LLC

Posted 17 days ago

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Permanent
We are looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team.Requirements

A compassionate team player with excellent communication skills

An experienced DVM or a New Graduate

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university, or a completed PAVE or ECFVG certification

Licensed in good standing to practice in the state of Arkansas

Have or willing to obtain a current DEA License upon hire

BenefitsFlexible SchedulingComprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability,401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts)Future Ownership OpportunitiesCompetitive CompensationDVM Mentor NetworkPaid CE Allowance & Professional Dues
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