Medical Social Worker
full-time•Kirkland•$0k - $0k
About this role
Wage Range: $42.30 - $72.16 per hour
Bonus: Up to $6,000 for those new to EvergreenHealth with 3+ years of current Social Work (SW) experience or up to $3,000 for those new to EvergreenHealth with a minimum one year of current Social Work (SW) experience.
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.
Who We Are
We focus on care coordination with patients/families and work closely with members of the interdisciplinary staff to assure that each patient receives the right care in the right setting at the right time. Our care teams are composed of the following:
We focus on care coordination with patients/families and work closely with members of the interdisciplinary staff to assure that each patient receives the right care in the right setting at the right time. Our care teams are composed of the following:
- Social Workers provide crisis intervention, behavioral health and chemical dependency assessments, screen for abuse and neglect, as well as coordinate post-discharge care. We help coordinate with skilled nursing facilities, home health, hospice, arrange for equipment, and arrange for additional services in the community.
- Utilization Management/Case Management Nurses provide clinical information to our payers and ensure that patients are meeting medical necessity for acute services. They also partner with the Social workers in coordinating post-discharge care.
- Clinical Documentation Specialists review documentation to ensure that the patient experience is being documented accurately. They partner with the physicians to reflect the appropriate severity of illness and level of service provision.
Why Join Our Team? As an employee of EvergreenHealth we believe in helping our staff by providing:
- Innovative Technologies. Our teams are excited to utilize Epic as a tool that will help to streamline and optimize our clinical, administrative, and revenue cycle workflows.
- Training: Our new staff will feel confident knowing they have learned from experienced preceptors within their area of specialty. We also provide supervision hours for additional licensure/certification.
- Providing Professional Development as supported through our Tuition Assistance program and paid CEU’s
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce: Our staff share a deep commitment to providing exceptional care and service for each one of our patients, and one another.
As an organization our staff our proud to be working for an organization that has been named:
- One America’s 50 best Hospitals, three years in a row by Healthgrades. EvergreenHealth ranks in the top 1% of nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide.
- In 2023 EvergreenHealth was one of two hospitals that received the Patient Safety Excellence Award throughout the states of WA, ID, OR, MT, and Alaska
Job Summary
This position will take on ED patient caseload. The Care Management Social Worker works in partnership with the RN Case Manager and other health care professionals to ensure continuity and coordination of care for patients and families. Provides consultation to patients / families regarding social, environmental, psychological, financial and cultural factors related to illness and hospitalization supports continuity in care management, and organizes all aspects of discharge planning.
Primary Duties:
- Assumes daily case load of select population to provide clinical social work services to patients and families.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
License, Certification, Education or Experience:
REQUIRED for the position:
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- One of the following credentials is required: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW), OR Social Worker Associate- need to obtain full licensure in one of the above two categories– within 4 years of hire.
- 2 – 3 years of social work experience in a hospital setting preferred or community setting
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire
- Age-specific or behavior-specific knowledge and experience in working with specific patient populations (i.e., children, elderly, those with emotional/behavioral dysfunction) relevant to area of assignment.
- Excellent communication skills in order to effectively communicate ensure, and provide for patient needs, and to provide a legal record of this care. Accountability for professional practice, commitment to patient care, and commitment to uphold the Patient Bill of Rights.
DESIRED for the position:
- Two (2) years of experience working in a hospital setting
- Case Management or other Certification
Benefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your family
At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Medical, vision and dental insurance
- On-demand virtual health care
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Paid Time Off/Vacation
- Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
- Paid holidays
- Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
- Voluntary identity theft protection
- Voluntary legal insurance
- Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
- Free parking
- Commuter benefits
View a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link provided.
EvergreenHealth Benefits Guide
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW. Union membership is optional.
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Tech stack
Crisis Intervention,Behavioral Health Assessments,Chemical Dependency Assessments,Discharge Planning,Communication Skills,Patient Care,Social Work,Case Management,Cultural Competence,Psychosocial Support,Team Collaboration,Documentation,Patient Advocacy,Problem Solving,Emotional Support,Financial Counseling
About EvergreenHealth
EvergreenHealth, a public hospital district and community-owned health care system established in 1972, offers a breadth of services and programs that is among the most comprehensive in the region.
With two hospitals in Kirkland and Monroe and dozens of practices across the region, we serve more than 1 million of our service area in north King and south Snohomish counties, ensuring access close to home and work.
Our 1,100+ physicians provide the most advanced and personalized care with more than 80 primary and specialty services, giving all of our patients a highly collaborative, compassionate experience every time they walk through our doors.
As a public hospital district, EvergreenHealth’s resources and services are in part funded by our community, which means we are accountable to you and everyone we serve. The community’s support allows us to go beyond clinical care and offer community health outreach, education programs and free services like our Healthline, which connects you with a 24/7 consulting nurse service, health information, appointment scheduling assistance, class registration, and more.
For more information, visit: https://www.evergreenhealth.com/
Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Website: http://www.evergreenhealth.com
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1972
What you'll do
- The Care Management Social Worker will manage a caseload of emergency department patients, ensuring continuity and coordination of care. They will provide consultation to patients and families regarding various factors related to illness and hospitalization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does EvergreenHealth pay for a Medical Social Worker?
EvergreenHealth offers a competitive compensation package for the Medical Social Worker role. The salary range is USD 0k - 0k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Medical Social Worker do at EvergreenHealth?
As a Medical Social Worker at EvergreenHealth, you will: the Care Management Social Worker will manage a caseload of emergency department patients, ensuring continuity and coordination of care. They will provide consultation to patients and families regarding various factors related to illness and hospitalization..
Why join EvergreenHealth as a Medical Social Worker?
EvergreenHealth is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company. The Medical Social Worker role offers competitive compensation.
Is the Medical Social Worker position at EvergreenHealth remote?
The Medical Social Worker position at EvergreenHealth is based in Kirkland, Washington, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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