Patient Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Lexington, Kentucky, United States Baptist Health Full time
Patient care specialist roles at Baptist Health require a Master's Degree in Social Work. The successful candidate will provide social work services to patients and their families, addressing their medically related social and emotional needs. This includes the safe transition from one care environment to another.

Patient Care Specialist Responsibilities:

The patient care specialist will provide social work intervention with the intent to improve or resolve patients' psychological problems related to their medical care. This may involve working with patients to address issues such as anxiety, depression, or trauma related to their medical condition.

The specialist will also provide support and guidance to patients and their families, helping them to navigate the healthcare system and access necessary resources.

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensures/Certifications/Registrations Required:

  • A Master's Degree in Social Work from a college or university is required.
  • State certification is preferred within two years of date of hire.
  • Five years of healthcare or related social work experience are also required.


As a patient care specialist at Baptist Health, you will be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation.

The estimated salary for this role is around $73,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience and location.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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