Licensed Social Worker | Case Management, Full-Time

Clinical/Technical: Identifies daily patient assignment through hospital
referral system and morning report, Conduct’s age appropriate assessments
pertaining to the psychosocial, economic, of high- risk medical patients. (List
of high risk criteria in Case Management Policy and Procedure Manual) Provides
further age appropriate psychosocial assessment, identifying functional,
economic, cultural, and safety needs while assisting in establishing a
treatment/care plan when requested by the patient, physician, or nursing
services through use of health assessment triggers. (E. g. domestic violence,
elder and child abuse/ neglect or substance abuse, suicidal, homicidal behavior,
extended care placements, code status discussions etc). Communicates patient
needs with patient and /or family to gain cooperation and involvement with
treatment. Provides education, recommendation, and/or counseling pertaining to
diagnosis and community resources. Assists the patient (and family) along with
health care providers in establishing a safe discharge plan following patient’s
rights and regulatory requirements (CMS, HIPAA, State, and STANDARDS FOR
ACCREDITING BODY ) for discharge planning. Advocates for patient rights. Serves
as a member of the Medical Ethics Committee. Provides education to patients,
staff and public on self- determination issues. Assists and educates unwed
mothers on Ohio paternity issues. Schedules treatment room procedures. Records
patient evaluation and progress information in the medical record. Actively
communicates pertinent patient information to other members of the health care
team; communicates with physicians; interacts with ancillary services;
coordinates, collaborates, and functions as a team member with other providers
of care to deliver effective continuous patient care. Performs pre admission and
concurrent review for medical necessity, appropriateness of admission and level
of care for Medicare and Medicaid inpatient admissions. Communicates concerns to
RN case manger and physician. Works with the patient family and health care team
to ensure safe discharge to appropriate level of care. Assists the RN case
manager in creating and delivering preadmission and concurrent stay denials.
(HINN and NOMAR letters.)
Supervisory: Directs and functionally supervise the activity of case manager
assistant, Mentors and precepts new LSW to hospital environment and case
management position. Critical Thinking: Actively looks for and creates
opportunities to improve department, staff and personal development, Develops
and demonstrates knowledge of current developments in field to maintain
professional competency. Utilizes hospital and departmental policies and
procedures in patient care delivery. Actively participates in Case Conference
and Plan of Care with input from Patient, Patient’s family and other members for
the Health Care Delivery Team. Assess need of patient for potential referral
sources of skilled services and community resources. Acts as a resource for new
employees and precepts as needed. All interactions are conducted in a
professional manner. Demonstrates a positive attitude, Provides excellent
customer service, facilitates quality care delivery and fosters an atmosphere of
understanding cultural diversity. Communicates dissatisfaction with issues to
Director; actively contributes to the solution of problems and refrain from
promoting dissatisfaction among co-workers. Must be a team player, cooperate
with co worker resolve conflict through one on one negotiation or with the
assistance of the Director or their designee, Participates in providing
in-services to department as needed. Maintains confidentiality at all times to
protect patient’s privacy and maintains HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
Follows Social Worker Code of Ethics.
Documentation: Documents accurately (painting a complete picture providing
directions to other health care providers) refrains from using unapproved
abbreviations in written or computer documentation. Documentation is completed
on a daily basis. Understands the importance of accurate completion of
documentation and standards for accrediting body requirements and how it impacts
hospital payment and certification programs. Maintains accurate records. (MIDAS
+, Time cards, on call log sheets, etc.) Unit Financial
Accountability: Maintains appropriateness of supplies, is accountable for
productivity and management of time, Understands hospitals goals for financial
viability. Education: Attends all mandatory education and in-services required
for facility, Completes initial orientation and competencies per Human Resources
established guidelines, Completes annual competencies and unit specific
competencies per Human Resources established guidelines, Responsible and
accountable for maintaining own state required CEU’s per licensing board
requirements. HIPAA privacy regulations and related procedures, CMS updates on
benefit coverage and acute care policies, Review case management literature as
distributed by Director. Mandatory BLS requirements. Completes mandatory health
requirements (e. g. annual TB testing, Fit testing and physicals as
indicted. Attendance: Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. Work
scheduled holidays. Overtime to be pre-approved per Director. Requested
scheduled time off to be preapproved by the Director. Performs other duties as
required or assigned; adheres to facility dress code; assists in completion of
special projects as required and /or assigned; responds to emergencies outside
normal working hours as needed for Disasters and HECIS. Exhibits behaviors
reflective of Memorial’s core values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect,
Excellence, and Service. Attends all mandatory education and in-services (i. e.,
team training, safety, infection control, etc.); completes mandatory health
requirements. Employee performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s
and department’s Ethics and Compliance program and is responsible to detect,
observe and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, or upward
through the chain of command, the Compliance Officer, or the hospital hotline.

Requirements
Completion of an accredited school of social work with current active
registration in the State of Ohio with good standing. Masters in Social Work,
Licensed as an Independent Social worker in the State of Ohio; completes 30
contact hours of approved CE during each two year renewal period consistent with
requirements of the Ohio Board of Social Work. Maintains continuous
certification in American Heart Association’s BLS.

Shift
1st

Hours
80 per pay (Every two weeks) 

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account

Time Off

• Vacation

• Sick Leave

• 11 Paid Holidays

• Personal Day

Retirement

• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System

• Deferred Compensation

Other

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Kidzlink Daycare Center

• Employee Recognition

• Free Parking

• Wellness Center

• Competitive Salaries

• Community/Family Atmosphere

We look forward to seeing your application!

It is our commitment to inclusivity and diversity and our ongoing determination
to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all staff and guests of the
Hospital, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression or
gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual
orientation, or veteran status.  For any questions or needed accommodations,
please contact Memorial Health Human Resources at 937.578.2701.