Care Coordinator & Social Worker — Discharge Advocate

Northside Hospital Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital in Atlanta is seeking a Care Coordinator to evaluate patient needs across neonate to geriatric populations, determine appropriate care settings, and support discharge planning.

This role emphasizes clinical resource management, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families, medical staff, and community agencies. Schedule includes 8 am -430 pm with no weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold MSW or Bachelor's degree in a health-related field.
• Three years of experience in case management, social services, or related field preferred.
• One year of experience in utilization review preferred.
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for patients across age groups to determine appropriate hospitalization settings and post-hospital care needs.
• Assist with discharge planning and utilization review in an acute care setting.

Skills

Case management

Social services

Utilization review

Education

MSW or health-related BS

Job description

Northside Hospital in Atlanta is seeking a Care Coordinator to evaluate patient needs across neonate to geriatric populations, determine appropriate care settings, and support discharge planning.

This role emphasizes clinical resource management, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families, medical staff, and community agencies. Schedule includes 8 am -430 pm with no weekend requirements.