Social Worker Medical Discharge Planner $5,000 Sign on Bonus
Description
Kline Galland Home is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Social Worker (Discharge Planner) and includes a $5,000 Sign on Bonus to join our experienced and dedicated team on our Transitional Care Unit (TCU).
Our TCU specializes in short-term, post-hospitalization rehabilitation, helping patients successfully transition from the hospital back to their homes or next level of care. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll work closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, patients, and families to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered discharge planning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a social worker who enjoys building relationships, problem-solving, and making a direct impact on patient outcomes during a critical stage of recovery.
The primary role of the social worker is to create a safe discharge plan in coordination with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary team.
- Completion of all required assessments, insurance reviews, and medical chart documentation
- Frequent interdisciplinary communication and meeting coordination
- Caseload management from admission to discharge
- Maintain effective, timely communication with patients and their families
- Understand and meet all government requirements for documentation