Discharge & Care Coordination Social Worker

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Social Worker to provide comprehensive social work services, assist with discharge planning, and coordinate resources for patients and families. The role emphasizes optimizing treatment benefits, coping with medical conditions, and ensuring smooth transitions after hospitalization.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work and involves collaborating with care teams to support treatment plans, payer communications, and post-acute referrals."

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the discharge planning process for all patients.
• Evaluates psychosocial aspects of illness and supports patients and families to optimize care.
• Maintains knowledge of local/state/federal services for patient resources and referrals.
• Collaborates with HIM and Patient Accounts to ensure accurate data entry in information systems/databases.
• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds or huddles to review discharge plans and status.

Education

Master's Degree Social Work

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Social Worker to provide comprehensive social work services, assist with discharge planning, and coordinate resources for patients and families. The role emphasizes optimizing treatment benefits, coping with medical conditions, and ensuring smooth transitions after hospitalization.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work and involves collaborating with care teams to support treatment plans, payer communications, and post-acute referrals."