Social Worker BSW/LMSW

UMC Health System • Lubbock, TX

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About The Position

The Social Worker, BSW is responsible for assisting patients with understanding how to utilize health care and social welfare resources so to obtain optimal care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Services or related field
• LBSW/LMSW- Licensed Baccalaureate or Licensed Master Social Worker licensed in the state of Texas by the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners
• Active temporary license issued by the Texas State Board is acceptable if permanent license is obtained prior to temporary license expiration
• Proof of passing examination score provided by Association of Social Work Board testing site

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient's ability to participate actively in their medical care post discharge
• Educate patients/family and refer them to the appropriate community resources
• Remain up to date on resources available for patients/families
• Facilitate referrals and transfers to nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, rehab, and long-term acute care facilities
• Coordinate for the appropriate mode of transportation (ambulance, wheelchair van) as needed by the patient for the transfer
• Arrange for durable medical equipment, out-patient services, Home Health and/or Hospice care as needed
• Complete high-risk screens and length of stays screens on unit in accordance with DPP# 102
• Participate in huddles on unit and other huddles as requested to identify needs or anticipated needs for the patient at discharge
• Documentation in Allscripts/Cerner in a complete and timely manner
• All other related assigned duties

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees