Social Worker - Cardiac Transplant Clinic
About The Position
Do you have a passion for healthcare and a heart of service? Look no further than Saint Luke's! Responsible and accountable for assessment of psychological, social, emotional, cultural and financial needs, and the resulting treatment that impacts patients' health and recovery. Provides professional social work services that utilize clinical knowledge to address the needs of patients and families during illness, crisis intervention, and post-acute discharge planning. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to develop transition plan and address needs in a timely manner. Participates in program planning and development to meet the needs of customers within the entity, health system and community.
Requirements
- LMSW or equivalent clinical licensure
- Master's degree in social work (MSW)
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a healthcare setting
- Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year
- Licensed Masters Social Worker (KS) - Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board
- Licensed Masters Social Worker (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Master's Degree
Responsibilities
- Interviews and assess assigned patients to identify areas of need
- Provides resources and support to patients, families and caregivers as needed
- Documents in the electronic medical record appropriately and timely
- Communicates and collaborates regularly with multidisciplinary team
- Assists in development of the discharge plan
- Makes post-acute referrals and follow through to completion, including placements and transportation
- Mitigates discharge delays through timely interventions.
- Completes family therapy sessions with patients and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
