Social Worker

Odyssey Information Services; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a compassionate Social Worker to join their team on a 3-month contract in Canton, Georgia. This role involves collaborating with patients across all age groups, providing essential support during hospitalization, and ensuring effective discharge planning. You will utilize your clinical expertise to assess patient needs and coordinate with healthcare providers, ensuring a seamless transition from hospital to home. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in case management or related field required.
• Ability to interact with patients and families effectively.

Responsibilities

• Screens cases preadmission and during hospitalization.
• Coordinates with healthcare agencies for discharge plans.
• Documents assessments and communicates updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Judgment

Resource Management

Education

Masters of Social Work (MSW)

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Clinical Assessment Tools

Job description

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This is a 3-month travel contract in Canton, Georgia 30115.

Schedule:

3:30p - Midnight, Mon-Fri

SUMMARY

• Collaborates with neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, families, medical staff, and community agencies.
• Determines appropriate care settings, hospitalization necessity, and post-discharge care needs.
• Provides interventions to ensure efficient and effective clinical resource management.
• Delivers support in adjustment to hospitalization, crisis intervention, and psychosocial assessment.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Screens cases preadmission, at admission, during hospitalization, and post-discharge per department procedures.
• Uses clinical judgment to select appropriate interventions impacting resource management.
• Consults with staff to prioritize discharge planning and gather accurate patient information.
• Supplies external reviewers with clinical information for reimbursement, including retroactive reviews.
• Interviews patients and families to assess physical/mental functioning, family/support system, and finances.
• Counsels patients and families on post-hospital care options.
• Issues Notice of Non-Coverage letters in compliance with hospital and Medicare/third-party policies.
• Discusses financial responsibility issues with patients, families, and medical staff as appropriate.
• Coordinates with healthcare and community agencies to execute discharge plans.
• Documents assessments, plans, and progress in patient charts; communicates updates to stakeholders.
• Logs case management activities on designated worksheets.
• Makes appropriate referrals to departments such as Risk Management, Infection Control, and Pharmacy.
• Responds to referrals from financial counselors, physicians, and nurses regarding financial hardships.
• Reports suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with hospital policy.
• Maintains and periodically updates resource files and community referral contacts.
• Responds to in-house referrals and external calls; provides resources and appropriate referrals.
• Conducts studies to assess the appropriateness of social work services using predefined criteria.
• Develops or updates support, informational, and educational materials for assigned populations.
• Offers in-service training on case/clinical resource management.
• Participates in the appeals process for denials related to Care Coordinator actions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters of Social Work (MSW) OR Bachelor’s degree in related field with strong clinical background.
• One (1) year internship experience in social work OR one year previous experience in case management, utilization review, social services or related field.
• Ability to interact with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Three (3) years experience in case management, social services or related field.
• Certification as Certified Case Manager.
• AHA BLS certification.
• Must have Acute Care Hospital/Clinical experience.
• Required: LCSW certification.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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