This position strives to promote patient and family wellness, improved care outcomes, access to appropriate hospital and community resources, and manages, supports and develops comprehensive transitional care plans for patients with complex and psychosocial needs in Inpatient and Emergency Department (ED) environments. Works to promote quality of care and effective transitions planning through collaboration with all service team members, physicians, patients, external agencies and families.

This position strives to promote patient and family wellness, improved care outcomes, access to appropriate hospital and community resources, and manages, supports and develops comprehensive transitional care plans for patients with complex and psychosocial needs in Inpatient and Emergency Department (ED) environments. Works to promote quality of care and effective transitions planning through collaboration with all service team members, physicians, patients, external agencies and families.

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited social work program Required


• Master’s degree from an accredited social work program Required

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in an acute or post-acute setting Required


• 3 years of experience in an acute or post-acute setting Required

Licenses and Certifications

• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure Preferred


• Accredited Case Manager (ACM) Preferred


• CCM - Certified Case Manager Preferred


• None Required

Additional Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed master social worker (LMSW) in state of Georgia Preferred

Piedmont Hospital