Job Title: Medical Social Worker
Location: Waterford, Ireland
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Medical Social Worker to join our team at University Hospital Waterford. The successful candidate will work as a main grade Medical Social Worker on designated wards, contributing to the provision of health and social care for patients.
Main Responsibilities:
* To work alongside multidisciplinary colleagues to provide high-quality patient care and support.
* To manage a fluctuating caseload and provide quality care to patients, optimising their physical, mental, and emotional health during their hospital presentation.
* To support patients in their hospital recovery journey, identify supports, and implement strategies to ensure safe transition into the community.
* To maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.
Requirements:
* Be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.
* Have the requisite knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Medical Social Worker to make a positive impact on the lives of patients in University Hospital Waterford. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and have excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply.