Care Coordinator MSW - PRN - WMCG at 2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.

Augusta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychosocial Assessment, Care Coordination, Patient Education, Insurance Coverage, Socioeconomic Factors, Medical Necessity Criteria, Evidence-Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Compliance, Case Management, Referral Initiation, Professional Development

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Job Summary: The Care Coordinator-MSW provides guidance and education to patients and families and is responsible for assessing the psychosocial needs and coordination of care for a designated population of patients. Exhibits a deep understanding of each patient’s medical needs, insurance coverage, health literacy, and other socioeconomic factors that may impact their opportunity for wellness. Aids and assists patients in overcoming any barriers presented by these elements Essential Functions: 1. Evaluates the plan of care for individual patients and/or patient populations, utilizing nationally recognized medical necessity criteria, to assure that care is based on accepted standards, evidence-based practice, and current research. 2. Collaborates with patients, families, case managers, care coordinators, and nurse navigators to include insurance companies to coordinate patients’ transition to and from various levels of care. Initiates referrals to outside providers as appropriate to assure timely progression and continuity of care. Conducts an appropriate level of psychosocial assessments within 24 hours of receiving a referral on all patients referred for social work services. 3. Identifies the opportunity for quality improvements in both inpatient and outpatient care transition and ensures compliance with applicable regulations. Represents the care coordination department on various teams and performance improvement activities addressing opportunities to improve clinical progression and coordination of care and strengthen evidence-based practice. 4. Maintains professional certifications, self-identifies, and self-manages training opportunities. Continuously involved in professional organizations and outside professional development opportunities. Keeps up-to date with research literature and industry best practices and may participate in specialty related research. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Responsibilities

The Care Coordinator-MSW assesses psychosocial needs and coordinates care for designated patients, providing guidance and education to patients and families regarding their medical needs and socioeconomic barriers. Essential functions include evaluating care plans using medical necessity criteria, collaborating on transitions of care, and conducting psychosocial assessments within 24 hours of referral.