Hospital Social Worker (MSW) - Discharge & Care

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging environment

Education and training center

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision plans

401K with company match

Stock plan

Career opportunities within VHS and UH

Job summary

Valley Health Specialty Hospital, part of Universal Health Services in Las Vegas, seeks a part-time social worker to coordinate discharge and transfer planning for patients in the Care Management Department. The role emphasizes knowledge of social factors affecting discharge and community resources.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in social work, at least one year of hospital experience or planned consultation with a qualified social worker, and active LMSW licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work is required.
• At least one year of hospital social work experience or a plan for consultation with a qualified social worker.
• Licensed by the Nevada State Board of Examiners for Social Workers (LMSW).
• Must demonstrate knowledge to provide age-appropriate care and services.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for appropriate and timely discharge and transfer arrangements for patients referred to the Care Management Dept.

Skills

Discharge planning

Hospital social work

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Job description

Valley Health Specialty Hospital, part of Universal Health Services in Las Vegas, seeks a part-time social worker to coordinate discharge and transfer planning for patients in the Care Management Department. The role emphasizes knowledge of social factors affecting discharge and community resources.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in social work, at least one year of hospital experience or planned consultation with a qualified social worker, and active LMSW licensure.