Social Worker - Discharge & Care Coordination (MSW)

5100 Alliance Health Services; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to support safe, timely patient transitions across the acute care episode. The role emphasizes psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and resource coordination to reduce readmissions and promote outcomes.

The MSW collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, provides patient and family education, and connects families to community resources while adhering to hospital policies and CMS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work required.
• Licensed Master Social Worker in Tennessee; Mississippi license preferred.
• Experience in acute care, healthcare, or social services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments to identify discharge barriers.
• Develop individualized discharge plans with the care team.
• Coordinate post-acute services and follow-up arrangements.
• Participate in daily rounds, huddles, and care coordination meetings.
• Document timely and accurate notes in the electronic medical record.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Licensed Master Social Worker Tennessee

Mississippi Licensed Social Worker (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to support safe, timely patient transitions across the acute care episode. The role emphasizes psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and resource coordination to reduce readmissions and promote outcomes.

The MSW collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, provides patient and family education, and connects families to community resources while adhering to hospital policies and CMS guidelines.