Social Work Assistant Ambulatory Care Clinics

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

The Harborview Medical Center Social Work Departmenthas an outstanding opportunity for aSocial Work Assistant with the Ambulatory Care Clinics

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-Time / 40 hours per week
Day shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Provide services to HMC patients within assigned service area while adhering to the parameters of HMC policies and procedures and NASW Code of Ethics.
Strong candidates will have experience assisting individuals to access medical and financial benefits via DSHS Washington Health Plan Finder Qualified Health Plans & Expanded Medicaid the Social Security Administration and Medicare.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain working knowledge of basic medical conditions terminology and community resources pertaining to assigned service area.
Serve as an ambassador for the Social Work Department and promote effective working relationships within assigned service area.
Complete timely documentation of social work activities and verbal communication to team members as appropriate.
Comply with all aspects of HIPAA regulations.
Maintain a working knowledge of SWA role across department
Provide assistance and advocacy to clinic patients in support of medical and financial benefits to reduce health disparities to include:
- Comprehensive assessment of individual patients financial needs and program eligibility including medical coverage medication coverage food benefits cash/income co-pay assistance HMC financial assistance.
- Advocate on patients behalf within the Social Security and DSHS systems including accompanying and/or representing patients at Social Security or DSHS interviews as necessary.
- Maintain working knowledge of payer options and associated program requirements to include commercial insurance DSHS Medicare Washington Health Plan Finder Qualified Health Plans & Expanded Medicaid and disease-specific programs.
- Develop implement and monitor individualized patient treatment plans to obtain and maintain benefits to include assisting patients in appealing denials.
- Advise and assist patients in understanding and managing HMC billing and HMCs financial assistance program.
- Assist Clinic Social Workers as needed specifically to follow-up on referrals to regarding in-home services transportation housing navigation Out of State Medicaid travel/lodging/transportation along with other community based programs.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Social Work or a Bachelors Degree in the behavioral sciences AND two years experience as a Social Work Assistant I or equivalent.

an Associate of Arts Degree in the behavioral sciences AND four years of work experience as a Social Work Assistant I or equivalent.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the regions only Level I Trauma and verified burn center Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis including emergency medicine trauma and burn care neurosciences ophthalmology vascular surgery HIV/AIDS rehabilitation mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$32.82 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$51.42 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job DescriptionThe Harborview Medical Center Social Work Departmenthas an outstanding opportunity for aSocial Work Assistant with the Ambulatory Care ClinicsWORK SCHEDULEFull-Time / 40 hours per weekDay shiftPOSITION HIGHLIGHTSProvide services to HMC patients within assigned service area while adhe...