Social Worker - Case Management

Job description

Job Shift: Days Job Type: Per Diem: The Social Worker is responsible to facilitate care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources, balanced with the patient’s resources and right to self-determination. The individual in this position has overall responsibility for to assess the patient for transition needs including identifying and assessing patients at risk for readmission. Conducts complex psycho-social assessment and intervention to promote timely throughput, safe discharge and prevent avoidable readmissions. Education: BSW Required / ACM Preferred Experience: 2 years acute care experience preferred License : N/A: Certification: BLS (AMERICAN HEART ASSN): Training: Must complete and demonstrate competency in using the Tenet Case Management documentation system within 30 days of hire.  Embark on a rewarding career with St. Mary's Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a perso...