Social Worker II PRN Rotating

Saint Vincent Hospital; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Social Worker II to enhance patient care through effective resource coordination and psycho-social assessments. This role is crucial in ensuring safe patient transitions, preventing readmissions, and promoting optimal health outcomes. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, document care effectively, and lead patient care conferences. Join a committed team that values quality of life and patient-centered care in a dynamic hospital environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required for this role.
• 2 years of experience in acute hospital settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-social assessments and coordinate care plans.
• Lead patient care conferences and ensure thorough documentation.
• Educate patients on post-acute needs and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Psycho-social assessments

Resource coordination

Patient education

Documentation

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Master's of Social Work

Tools

Case Management system

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Saint Vincent Hospital offers a comprehensive healthcare experience, combining advanced facilities with a commitment to quality of life in Worcester. Our services include heart and vascular care, orthopedics, robotic surgery, and women & infants programs, all accessible locally.

Onboarding Process: Candidates must complete a background check and pre-employment health screening, including a drug test.

Position Summary

The Social Worker facilitates care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care, and appropriate resource utilization. Responsibilities include assessing patients' transition needs, conducting psycho-social assessments, promoting safe discharge, and preventing readmissions. The role involves adhering to national case management standards, providing education, collaborating with healthcare teams, documenting accurately, and leading patient populations or teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-social transition planning assessments and interventions
• Assist with cases involving adoption, abuse, neglect, including referrals to agencies
• Coordinate care and oversee transition plans
• Lead multidisciplinary patient care conferences
• Make referrals, communicate with patients and families, collaborate with staff
• Ensure patient education for post-acute needs
• Complete documentation thoroughly in the Case Management system
• Maintain accurate patient demographic and insurance data
• Precept new staff and serve as a resource
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education: Master's of Social Work (Required)

Experience: Preferred: 2 years in acute hospital settings

Certifications: Must be licensed or license-eligible as LICSW, LCSW, or LMHC, per state regulations.

Tenet complies with vaccination laws; exemptions require documentation and regular testing.

Job ID: 2403039805

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals, Healthcare, Medical Practices