Social Worker - Experience in Geriatric Care Preferred - Austin, TX

UnitedHealth Group

6 days ago

United Statesfrom $48,700Full TimeGeriatrics

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Social Worker - Experience in Geriatric Care Preferred - Austin, TX in United States. WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a CareCoach Connect Social Worker to join our team in Austin, TX. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

Key Responsibilities

must obtain certification within 30 days of employment hire date 3+ years of social work experience in a health care environment Proficient in MS Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Notes, Outlook, and other departmental specific programs/applications Proven excellent oral and written communications skills Proven solid organizational skills Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously Reliable transportation for daily travel to various locations as assigned Valid drivers license within the state of work Ability to travel up to 80%25 around the Austin, Texas area to meet with members in their homes, the hospital or in a long-term care setting Preferred Qualifications: Masters of Social Work with licensure (LMSW or LCSW or LBSW) Experience working with geriatric and behavioral and mental health patient populations Long Term Care experience Knowledge of disease management, managed care, medical terminology, referral process, claims, and CPT coding Bilingual (English/Spanish) language proficiency Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

coordinate and collaborate care with physicians, family, and other providers while always remaining an advocate.

provide care to patients across Texas and Florida.

provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

-, Medicare guidelines and standards.

The Social Worker will interact and engage with others as an interdisciplinary team member.

Benefits & Compensation

reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $48,700 to $87,000 annually based on full

free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Social Worker - Experience in Geriatric Care Preferred - Austin, TX.

Key Skills

Social workGeriatric careCase managementPatient assessmentCare coordinationDocumentationCMS complianceInterdisciplinary team collaborationBehavioral healthMental healthManaged careMedical terminologyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMS Office Suite

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Position Insights

Geriatrics — Physician Career Context

This Geriatrics position at UnitedHealth Group is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Geriatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $250k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $330k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $49k to $87k annually.

This is approximately 73% below the national median for Geriatrics professionals, which is around $250k.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Social work, Geriatric care, Case management, Patient assessment, Care coordination, Documentation, CMS compliance, Interdisciplinary team collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Geriatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker is responsible for the assessment, planning, and coordination of services for patients with complex psychosocial or health needs. They act as a liaison between physicians, families, and providers to ensure effective care delivery and compliance with Medicare guidelines.

Benefits package: Comprehensive benefits package, Incentive programs, Recognition programs, Equity stock purchase, 401k contribution. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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