PRN/As Needed - Social Work Care Manager
Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship · Joplin, MO · 1 wk ago
HealthcarePart-time
About the role
The Care Manager, as part of the interdisciplinary team, assesses, plans, advocates, and coordinates care from admission to discharge ensuring a safe transition post hospitalization. Duties are performed in alignment with the Mercy mission, values, and service standards.
Responsibilities
- Affirms patient-centered care and promotes a positive patient experience
- Facilitates effective transition planning and length of stay oversight
- Maintains patient experience, safety, and quality of care through performance metrics and best practices
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work required or has satisfactorily completed all requirements for the MSW but awaiting conferment by the education facility
- 0-2 years' experience in acute care hospital setting
- Must have a current license in Social Work in the state of employment (LMSW, LCSW)
- BLS (CPR) certification at hire date, required, or within 90 days of hire
- Certification in Case Management preferred
Qualifications
- Committed to Mercy's mission, values, and service standards
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
- Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance improvement
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Tuition support
- Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period
Pay
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
- PRN/As Needed