MSW: Discharge & Care Transitions Specialist

MUSC Health; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Social Worker II (MSW) to coordinate discharge planning and support transitions from hospital to outpatient care. The role works under the Manager of Case Management and Care Transitions to ensure patient outcomes through thorough assessments of patients and caregivers during hospitalization and follow-up as needed.

The position focuses on identifying risk factors post-discharge and applying interventions to reduce adverse events, serving as a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required.
• 4–6 years relevant work experience.
• State licensure and/or professional certification requirements depend on position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition with the health care team.
• Conduct patient and caregiver assessments during hospitalization and follow-up.
• Identify post-discharge risk factors and implement interventions to reduce risk.
• Bridge discharge to outpatient providers and address patient and caregiver questions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Social Worker II (MSW) to coordinate discharge planning and support transitions from hospital to outpatient care. The role works under the Manager of Case Management and Care Transitions to ensure patient outcomes through thorough assessments of patients and caregivers during hospitalization and follow-up as needed.

The position focuses on identifying risk factors post-discharge and applying interventions to reduce adverse events, serving as a