Per Diem Medical Social Worker
About The Position
As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. This position may close without notice once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Performs professional level social work in areas such as: assessing patient needs and coordinating a safe, comprehensive discharge plan which may involve emotional support to the patient, the family or significant others.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
- One (1) year of professional level social work experience in a social service agency or hospital setting; or an internship or field work related to the profession
- Valid State of Nevada License as a Social Worker
- Three (3) years of Acute care experience as a Social Worker
Responsibilities
- Assessing patient needs
- Coordinating a safe, comprehensive discharge plan
- Providing emotional support to the patient, the family or significant others
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
