Inpatient Care Coordinator (LMSW) - Transition Lead

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Medical Social Worker (LMSW) to join the Inpatient Care Coordination team. This role emphasizes psychosocial assessment, planning, and collaboration to support patient transitions and ongoing care needs within the hospital setting.

The position requires an LMSW license in Texas, with preferred experience in a hospital environment and strong interprofessional communication to coordinate care and resources for patients and families.

Qualifications

• LMSW license in Texas is required.
• 2 years hospital experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and coordination skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates high risk patients for discharge planning needs.
• Consults with physicians and healthcare team on psychosocial issues and care transition barriers.
• Facilitates discharge planning conferences for complex cases.
• Implements transition of care plans and coordinates referrals to post-acute services.
• Educates patients and families about community resources and payor benefits.
• Maintains timely notes and case histories for social problems and actions taken.

Skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

LMSW Texas license

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Medical Social Worker (LMSW) to join the Inpatient Care Coordination team. This role emphasizes psychosocial assessment, planning, and collaboration to support patient transitions and ongoing care needs within the hospital setting.

The position requires an LMSW license in Texas, with preferred experience in a hospital environment and strong interprofessional communication to coordinate care and resources for patients and families.