Discharge & Care Transition Social Worker (MSW)

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Social Worker (MSW) to coordinate discharge planning and collaborate with the health care team for safe patient transitions. The role includes assess­ing patients and caregivers, identifying post-discharge risks, and bridging to outpatient providers to address questions.

Requires a Master's in Social Work and MSW licensure by SC, with preferred certification in case management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work (CSWE-accredited).
• MSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.
• Certification in case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordination of the discharge process to ensure successful transition.
• Complete patient and caregiver assessments during hospitalization and follow-up.
• Identify post-discharge risk factors and apply interventions to reduce risk.
• Bridge discharge to outpatient providers with patient and caregiver to address issues.

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Social Worker (MSW) to coordinate discharge planning and collaborate with the health care team for safe patient transitions. The role includes assess­ing patients and caregivers, identifying post-discharge risks, and bridging to outpatient providers to address questions.

Requires a Master's in Social Work and MSW licensure by SC, with preferred certification in case management.