Medical Social Worker- PRN

Job Summary

The Medical Social Worker I (MSW) provides psychosocial support and care coordination from admission through discharge. This role works closely with patients, families, the Interdisciplinary Care Team, and external providers to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective care. The MSW develops and monitors care plans, advocates for patients and families, facilitates discharge planning, and serves as a resource for problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Shift : Day Shift, PRN / Casual

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs across physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and developmental stages; provide age-appropriate care for infants through geriatrics.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and care teams.
• Coordinate discharge planning, including referrals to specialty services, community resources, and third-party payers.
• Advocate for patients and families, ensuring understanding of insurance and care processes.
• Act as liaison with external providers, participate in care conferences, and ensure timely completion of discharge-related functions.
• Engage in outreach, education, and committee participation to support hospital and departmental goals.
• Maintain communication with patients, families, supervisors, and co-workers to support safe, efficient, patient-centered care.

Additional Expectations

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Salary Range : Minimum 1.00 / hour - Maximum 1,000.00 / hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

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