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Medical Social Worker – Discharge Planning

Medical Social Worker – Discharge Planning

CompanyNewYork-Presbyterian
LocationBrooklyn, NY, USA
Salary$41.58 – $51.25
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelJunior

Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
  • New York State License as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW)

Responsibilities

  • Identifies patients with barriers to a safe discharge plan.
  • Completes a psychosocial assessments on all patients.
  • Documents all clinical assessments, notes, and referrals in Epic.
  • Completes screens and coordinates all new skilled nursing facility and rehab facility referrals.
  • Assesses all cases involving child abuse/neglect, domestic violence, elderly abuse, and sexual assault.
  • Educates patient/family about post-acute care options and the role of choice.
  • Educates patient/family about managed care and payor issues.

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least one year of inpatient Medical/Surgical experience
  • Discharge planning experience
  • Experience with Epic and Allscripts