Inpatient Care Coordination Social Worker (LMSW)

Naswtx; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Monday-Friday Medical Social Worker (LMSW) in inpatient care coordination in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, care planning, and discharge coordination for patients and families.

The social worker educates the care team on psychosocial issues and ensures smooth transitions post-discharge. Candidates must hold LMSW licensure in Texas, with preferred hospital experience and strong teamwork, communication, and counseling skills to

Qualifications

• LMSW licensure in Texas (required)
• Experience in hospital or inpatient setting preferred
• Strong communication and counseling skills
• Care coordination and discharge planning abilities

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates high-risk patients for discharge planning needs.
• Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team for psychosocial issues and barriers to care transitions.
• Facilitates patient care conferences and develops safe discharge plans.
• Educates patients and families about community resources and payor benefits.
• Maintains thorough documentation and coordinates service referrals.

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Monday-Friday Medical Social Worker (LMSW) in inpatient care coordination in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, care planning, and discharge coordination for patients and families.

The social worker educates the care team on psychosocial issues and ensures smooth transitions post-discharge. Candidates must hold LMSW licensure in Texas, with preferred hospital experience and strong teamwork, communication, and counseling skills to