Social Worker Discharge Planner

Landmark Hospitals; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Landmark Hospitals in Columbia, MO is seeking a seasoned Discharge Planner / Social Worker to coordinate discharge planning for patients, working with families and community resources to address financial, clinical, psycho-social, and logistical needs.

You will collaborate with admissions coordinators, RN Case Managers, and clinical teams to refine discharge plans and ensure smooth transitions from LTACH to post-hospital settings. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-year associate degree in a health-related field or bachelor’s (Social Work preferred) or clinical license (LPN, RN, RT, PT, OT, or similar)
• Experience with patient care and interaction, preferably in LTACH or acute care hospital setting
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships

Responsibilities

• Provide discharge planning and coordination for a group of patients.
• Coordinate with patients, families, and referral/community resources to address discharge barriers (financial, clinical, psycho-social, logistical).
• Communicate with external agencies to provide referrals and ensure smooth transitions from LTACH to post-hospital settings.
• Collaborate with admissions coordinators, RN Case Managers, and clinical teams to refine discharge plans and options

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in health-related field

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Clinical license (LPN/RN/RT/PT/OT or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Full Time Professional Columbia, MO, US

Salary Range: $29.00 To $38.00 Hourly

Landmark Hospital of Columbia has an exciting opportunity for a seasoned hospital-based social worker/discharge planner to join our dedicated and professional team. Landmark Hospitals are committed to providing the highest level of customer service and quality of care to those we serve.

Summary: The Discharge Planner provides discharge planning and coordination for a group of patients in support of the social work and case management departments. Works directly with patients, families, and referral/community resources to address the various needs and barriers surrounding patient discharge planning (financial, clinical, psycho-social, logistical, etc.). This position also supports communication with external agencies to provide referrals and ensure a smooth transition from the LTACH acute hospital to the post-hospital setting. Works closely with admissions coordinators, RN Case Managers, and clinical teams to refine discharge plans and options.

The Discharge Planner performs a variety of tasks related to coordinating care. A high degree of creativity and initiative is required to ensure that patients' unique needs are met in the most appropriate, timely, and cost-effective manner. The ideal candidate must be highly detail-oriented and goal-oriented, with superior analytic, critical-thinking, and time-management skills. They must have a positive, empathetic personality and the ability to work effectively with others as part of a multidisciplinary team in a complex care environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital to the success of the Discharge Planner, who must also consistently display a professional attitude when faced with challenging cases.

Requirements for Discharge Planner / Social Worker:

• 2-year associate degree in a health-related field or bachelor's (Social Work preferred) or clinical license (such as LPN, RN, RT, PT, OT, or similar)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with patient care and interaction, preferably in an LTACH or Acute care hospital setting
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Strong computer skills preferred

About us:

Landmark Hospitals is a privately owned, critical care hospital system with locations across the southeastern United States. Landmark Hospitals specializes in providing the highest level of care for medically complex patients who stay with us for an average of 25-30 days. We are proud of the healing that happens here, made possible by our amazing employees. We offer our employees a collaborative, supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and flexibility, all found only in a \"boutique\" hospital setting.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.