MSW Discharge Planner

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health - Baptist Medical Center South is seeking a Discharge Planner (MSW) to coordinate patient care and facilitate effective discharge planning in a hospital setting.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work, active LMSW/LICSW or eligibility, and at least 3 years in hospital case management or related fields. Strong communication, organizational, and HIPAA knowledge are essential to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work required.
• Minimum 3 years of hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of case management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care of an assigned caseload with physicians and nursing staff.
• Facilitate efficient utilization of clinical resources and financial outcomes.
• Provide assessment, plan, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy for options and services.

Skills

MS Office

Team leadership

Communication

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work

Job description

Baptist Health

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Discharge Planner, MSW shall coordinate care of an assigned caseload of patients through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other health professionals. The Discharge Planner will facilitate efficient utilization of clinical resources, optimal clinical and continuing care, as well as financial outcomes. This individual shall be responsible to provide a collaborative process of assessment, plan, facilitate, care coordination, evaluate, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive human service needs through communication and available resources. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Masters Degree in Social Work required. Minimum 3 years of hospital experience preferred. Knowledge of case management. Experience with skilled nursing facility, home health, hospice, child/adult/elder abuse and neglect, and rehabilitation preferred.

License / Certification

Active LMSW or LICSW required or obtain within 12 months in position, CCM or ACM Case Management certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software. Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills. Must be able to meet strict deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills. Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to develop trust with leaders in the organizations. Ability to remain calm in difficult situations. Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance. Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Knowledge of HIPAA standards and regulations.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job Information

Job: MSW Discharge Planner

Job Type: Regular-Full time

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.