Medical Social Worker - Social Services - Day Shift Including Every 4th Weekend Both Saturday and Sunday

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital•New York, NY

17d•$44 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

A place as dynamic as Brooklyn requires equally dynamic health care. NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital combines the award-winning expertise of Weill Cornell Medicine physicians, experienced healthcare staff, the intellectual energy of graduate residency and fellowship training programs, and the latest technologies to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to Brooklyn’s residents. The role of the Medical Social Worker is to work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a safe discharge of all adult patients.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
New York State License as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW).
Communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.
Work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
Work comfortably within the limitations of the medical setting.
Computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in an acute care setting
Discharge planning experience
Experience with Epic and Allscripts

Responsibilities

Identifies patients with barriers to a safe discharge plan.
Completes 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.