Field Social Worker in Houston, TX

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Field Social Worker – Home-Based Care in United States. Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care.

Key Responsibilities

• must obtain certification within 30 days of employment hire date 3+ years 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 Able to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously Ability to travel locally up to 75%25 of the time Reliable transportation for daily travel to various locations as assigned Valid drivers license within the state of work This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease Preferred Qualifications: Masters of Social Work with licensure (LMSW or LCSW or LBSW) Knowledge of disease management, managed care, medical terminology, referral process, claims, and CPT coding Experience working with geriatric and behavioral and mental health patient populations Long Term Care experience Bilingual (English/Spanish) language proficiency Excellent oral and written communications skills Solid organizational skills Physical & Mental Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 100 pounds of force Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to use fine motor skills to operate equipment and/or machinery Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids 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

• Salary: $49.7K - $88.8K

• 401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

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

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Field Social Worker – Home-Based Care.