Hospital MSW Case Manager — Care Coordination & Discharge

VIVA USA Inc; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVA USA Inc. is seeking a hospital social worker to coordinate ambulatory case management for patients, families, and care teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, developing comprehensive care plans, and communicating with clinicians to ensure medically necessary services. Onsite role with a focus on discharge planning and resource coordination.

Qualifications

• Masters in social work.
• Current license to practice social work in MA, either LCSW or LICSW.
• Minimum of 2 years of social work experience in medical setting.
• Familiar with managed care and case management principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assumes active caseload and follows patients through the continuum of care.
• Provides ambulatory case management services via research, interviews, and care plans.
• Collaborates with clinical staff to develop comprehensive outpatient plans.
• Communicates with treating clinicians regarding concerns and updates.
• Maintains timely documentation in the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Assist in discharge planning and coordination of follow-up services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

VIVA USA Inc. is seeking a hospital social worker to coordinate ambulatory case management for patients, families, and care teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, developing comprehensive care plans, and communicating with clinicians to ensure medically necessary services. Onsite role with a focus on discharge planning and resource coordination.