Medical Social Worker
Job ID R-66274 Date Posted 03/28/2024 Location Novato, Marin, CA Schedule/Shift/Weekly Hours Per Diem/Casual/DaysWe are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
NCH-Novato Community HospitalPosition Overview:
The Medical Social Work Associate (MSW) provides crisis intervention, information,referrals, and discharge planning for patients and their families, ranging in age from infancy to geriatrics. Serves as an expert and liaison to community resources. Provides coordination of complex discharge planning needs and referrals to appropriate support services. Achieves a timely, effective, coordinated discharge plan by involving other members of the health care team. Works closely with Clinical Reviewers to achieve the highest quality care and service and the best possible outcomes in a cost-effective mannerJob Description:
EDUCATION
Master's Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
EXPERIENCE
Two years' experience in a Health Care setting and one-year acute care hospital experience.
Previous experience in Discharge Planning preferred.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Strong clinical psychosocial skills with ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory appropriate to specific age groups.
Knowledge and understanding of individual, child and family development, human behavior and communication, discharge planning and the influence of culture and values in social environments.
Ability to plan and implement an effective discharge plan for patients and families.
Knowledge of Medicare, MediCal , State and Federal regulations.
Knowledge of child, elder, domestic and dependent abuse reporting requirements
Knowledge of Community resources and hospital contracts. Knowledge of Hospital Policy and Procedures Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
Good interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to work under the supervision of the Supervisor of Social Services
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Time management skills
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
VariableWeekend Requirements:
Rotating WeekendsBenefits:
NoUnions:
NoPosition Status:
Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:
0Employee Status:
Per Diem/CasualNumber of Openings:
1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $44.27 to $59.49 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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