MSW Hospital Social Worker: Care Transitions Leader

Piedmont Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital, part of Piedmont Healthcare, is seeking a Social Worker to promote patient and family wellness and coordinate transitional care planning in inpatient and ED settings.

The role requires a Master's Degree in Social Work and at least 1 year of experience in acute or post-acute care, with licensure options including LMSW and ACM preferred. Collaboration with diverse teams and external partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited social work program.
• 1 year of experience in an acute or post-acute setting.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family wellness and improved care outcomes.
• Develop comprehensive transitional care plans for patients with complex and psychosocial needs in Inpatient and Emergency Department (ED) environments.
• Collaborate with service team members, physicians, patients, external agencies and families to ensure quality of transitions.

Skills

Acute/post-acute experience

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Piedmont Augusta Hospital, part of Piedmont Healthcare, is seeking a Social Worker to promote patient and family wellness and coordinate transitional care planning in inpatient and ED settings.

The role requires a Master's Degree in Social Work and at least 1 year of experience in acute or post-acute care, with licensure options including LMSW and ACM preferred. Collaboration with diverse teams and external partners is essential.