Inpatient Care Coordinator - LMSW Social Worker

Utsw; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Social Worker Care Coordinator within the Care Coordination Department. This role educates the healthcare team about psychosocial issues and develops strategies to address patient and family needs throughout transitions.

The position applies advanced practice skills in assessment, planning, and case management, coordinating care from preadmission to post-acute providers, ensuring continuity and safety across the hospital stay.

Qualifications

• LMSW licensure required in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates high risk patients for discharge planning needs.
• Consults with physicians and healthcare team regarding psychosocial issues and care transitions.
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement discharge plans.
• Maintains chronological notes, clinical charts and patient histories for social problems and actions taken.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

LMSW licensure (Texas)

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Social Worker Care Coordinator within the Care Coordination Department. This role educates the healthcare team about psychosocial issues and develops strategies to address patient and family needs throughout transitions.

The position applies advanced practice skills in assessment, planning, and case management, coordinating care from preadmission to post-acute providers, ensuring continuity and safety across the hospital stay.