Medical Social Worker - San Diego | Palomar Health
Overview
Own the social work model for patients across the Emergency Department, Trauma, and hospital units at a major San Diego health system. You will assess needs, coordinate care transitions, and connect families with community resources, covering diverse ages and populations. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to shape discharge plans and ensure access to essential services. This role stands out with a $10K hiring incentive and requires floating across the District, offering variety and impact. You bring a Master's in Social Work and 2-3 years of medical social work experience. The position demands strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills, plus knowledge of legal reporting requirements. You will maintain quality outcomes through data collection and build community partnerships. If you seek a dynamic, system-wide role, this is your opportunity.
What You'll Do10
- 1Assess patient and family needs in crisis, identifying appropriate resources across the Emergency Department, Trauma, and hospital units.
- 2Conduct behavioral health assessments and coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharge plans with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
- 3Develop interventions for transitions from emergency acute care to the next level of care throughout the continuum.
- 4Maintain a working knowledge of community resources and assist patients and families in obtaining needed support services.
- 5Collect data and monitor quality of practice based on access, quality, and identified departmental outcome indicators.
- 6Build positive relationships with internal and external customers as a representative of the health system.
- 7Participate as a team member of the clinical interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care, support, and resources.
- 8Float throughout the District as needed to provide consistent social work coverage.
- 9Follow legal guidelines in mandatory reporting and comply with Palomar Health policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
- 10Carry out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.
Requirements7
- 1Master's Degree in social work.
- 22-3 years of related medical social work experience (preferred 3-5 years).
- 3Speak and read English at a level sufficient to perform essential job functions.
- 4Knowledge of standard office equipment and computer software including MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, and e-mail.
- 5Proficient keyboarding and mouse skills, including using drop-down menus, scroll bars, and opening folders within first two weeks of employment.
- 6Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
- 7Carry out Palomar Health rules, policies, and standards.
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$89 - $135k per year
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