Social Worker Heart Failure Clinic

Ascension Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer‑matched 403(b) retirement

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement for professional

Employee Assistance Program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Social Worker for the Heart Failure Clinic in Tulsa, OK. This full-time role involves psychosocial assessments, coordinating care plans, and supporting patients and families through the challenges of heart failure.

The position emphasizes discharge planning collaboration, resource connection, and ongoing education, within Ascension's Case Management framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work is required.
• CCMC certification preferred; ACM accepted.
• 3 years of experience preferred; licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments upon admission.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary plans of care from admission to discharge.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families.
• Connect patients with resources addressing financial constraints and home health needs.
• Facilitate discharge planning in collaboration with medical teams and clinics.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

CCMC certification

ACM certification accepted

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Tulsa, OK

Facility: Ascension St. John's Medical Center

Specialty: Heart Failure Clinic

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00am-4:30pm

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments upon admission to identify emotional, financial, and practical barriers to heart failure management.

• Coordinate interdisciplinary plans of care from admission to discharge within the Case Management department to ensure seamless transitions.

• Provide emotional support and education to help patients and families navigate the unique stressors of a heart failure diagnosis.

• Connect patients with essential resources to address financial constraints, home health needs, and long‑term social support systems.

• Facilitate discharge planning and continuity of care by collaborating closely with medical teams, community resources, and outpatient clinics.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certified Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred. ACM also accepted.

• Certified Social Worker preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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