Social Worker - 40h Days with Sign on Bonus!

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an acute care hospital setting, with strong understanding of managed care
• Commitment to ensuring cost effective management of resources while achieving positive clinical outcomes
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills necessary to evaluate patient’s discharge needs, and develop plans accordingly
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to problem solve and prioritize
• Excellent communication skills and positive interpersonal dynamic in working with a variety of stakeholders across the care continuum
• Sound clinical judgment and approach to coordinating care, with understanding of various medical conditions and terminology
• Ability to function independently within scope of position and licensure, as well as department policies and established goals
• Demonstrated initiative in proactively identifying legal or risk management issues presenting barriers to successful transitions of care, and developing plan to address
• Understanding of federal, state and local healthcare standards and regulations
• Proficiency in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience

• Experience with Meditech and Cerner
• Certification in Case Management

Preferred Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work required, with Master’s Degree preferred

Age Specific Criteria

• Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas

Job Performance Expectations

• Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation

Pay Range

• $65,729.15-$101,313.56