Social Worker- Shadyside

UPMC

1 month ago

Shadyside, PennsylvaniaFull TimeSocial Work

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UPMC as a Social Worker- Shadyside in United States. University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Full-time Social Worker. This social worker role encompasses hospital-based support, street rounding as part of an interdisciplinary team, respite care coordination, and engagement within local shelters.

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of reimbursement systems, the ability to educate patients and families regarding payer.

Requirements

/coverage for post acute services and the ability to effectively advocate on the behalf of the patient to obtain authorization for post-acute admission.

Educate and advocate for patients and families to assist their ability to make informed decisions regarding medical care, discharge planning, advance directives and end of life care.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

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

Apply to join UPMC as a Social Worker- Shadyside.

Key Skills

Hospital-based SupportStreet RoundingRespite Care CoordinationDischarge PlanningPatient AdvocacyPsychosocial AssessmentBereavement ServicesData TrackingInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationPayer Requirements EducationCrisis InterventionAdvance Directives ManagementConfidentiality MaintenanceDocumentation

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Position Insights

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at UPMC 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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Shadyside, Pennsylvania.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Hospital-based Support, Street Rounding, Respite Care Coordination, Discharge Planning, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessment, Bereavement Services, Data Tracking. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The social worker will manage hospital consults focused on reducing readmission rates and improving patient care by connecting patients to essential community and clinical services. Key duties include providing brief problem-focused assessments, psychosocial support, and timely discharge planning ba...

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