Medical Social Worker

2 months ago


Novato, California, United States NCH-Novato Community Hospital Full time

Job Summary:

The Medical Social Worker provides critical support to patients and their families, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital care to community resources. This role requires strong clinical skills, effective communication, and a deep understanding of community resources.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide crisis intervention and support to patients and families
  • Coordinate discharge planning, including referrals to community resources
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to achieve timely and effective discharge plans
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of community resources and hospital contracts
  • Ensure compliance with Medicare, MediCal, State, and Federal regulations

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
  • Two years' experience in a healthcare setting, with one year in acute care hospital experience
  • Previous experience in discharge planning preferred
  • Strong clinical psychosocial skills, with ability to conceptualize clinical situations
  • Knowledge of individual, child, and family development, human behavior, and communication
  • Ability to plan and implement effective discharge plans
  • Knowledge of Medicare, MediCal, State, and Federal regulations
  • Knowledge of child, elder, domestic, and dependent abuse reporting requirements
  • Knowledge of community resources and hospital contracts
  • Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills

Work Environment:

This role is a per diem/casual position, with variable shift hours and rotating weekends. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Benefits:

This position offers a competitive hourly rate, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.


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