Discharge Planning Social Worker

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL seeks a Social Worker to assist patients and families with discharge planning and transition to the next level of care, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and therapy services. You will assess needs within 24 hours of admission, coordinate resources, and document actions in the medical record, ensuring continuity of care while adhering to hospital policies.

Requires a Master's in Social Work, Alabama license, and a commitment to patient-centered care; this is a

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in social work from an accredited institution (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree in social work + 2 years of social work experience (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field + 3 years of social work experience (Required).
• Licensure with the state of Alabama as a Social Worker (Required).

Responsibilities

• Discharge planning assessment within 24 hours of admission.
• Coordinate home health, SNF, LTC, LTACH, DME referrals and hospital discharge needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapy services, and case management.
• Document all actions in the medical record per policy.
• Ensure continuity of patient care and resource availability.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Discharge planning

Education

Master's Degree in social work

Bachelor's Degree in social work +2 years experience

Bachelor's Degree in related field +3 years social work experience

Alabama social worker licensure

Job description

USA Health in Mobile, AL seeks a Social Worker to assist patients and families with discharge planning and transition to the next level of care, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and therapy services. You will assess needs within 24 hours of admission, coordinate resources, and document actions in the medical record, ensuring continuity of care while adhering to hospital policies.

Requires a Master's in Social Work, Alabama license, and a commitment to patient-centered care; this is a