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Job Description
About the Role
Join Kindred Healthcare as a Social Worker in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Must read, write and speak fluent English Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, appropriate prioritization and time management skills Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word-processing and spreadsheet software Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills in order to communicate effectively and to obtain cooperation/collaboration from hospital leadership, as well as physicians, payors and other external customers Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with patients, their families and other staff members Must have regular attendance Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Performs other related duties as assigned Education Graduate of an accredited program Master of Social Work preferred Licenses/Certifications Social Work License as required by state Certification in Case Management preferred Experience Three years of experience in healthcare setting Prefer experience in case management or discharge planning.
- provide comprehensive discharge planning for each patient.
- develop and execute effective discharge planning Remains current from a knowledge base perspective regarding.
- provide timely and safe discharge planning Serves as a patient advocate Enhances a collaborative relationshi.
Benefits & Compensation
- hospital care of patients through institutions and agencies within the community Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Knowledge of government and non
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Kindred Healthcare as a Social Worker.
Key Skills
Requirements
Position Insights
Social Work — Physician Career Context
This Social Work position at Kindred Healthcare 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 United States.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Case Management, Discharge Planning, Social Work Assessment, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Advocacy, Mediation, Consultation, Education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: The Social Worker coordinates, facilitates, and executes social work functions by collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Care Transitions team to address patient psychosocial needs throughout the care continuum. Essential functions include coordinating psychosocial activities for comprehensive dis...
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