Social Service Worker PRN
Intermountain Health, Sandy, UT, United States
Job Description
Gather psychosocial information to participate in the development and implementation of a plan of care that provides extraordinary care for the patient while being sensitive to costs and resources. Work collaboratively with patients, patients' family/significant other, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other involved parties. The SSW will execute these duties under direct clinical supervision.
Sign‑on Bonus
Offer a $500 sign‑on bonus to those that have 1+ year of experience (External applicants only).
Job Specifics
Pay Range: $29.14 - $44.94 (Non‑Exempt)
Benefits Eligible: No
FTE: PRN
Shift: Variable, as needed.
Location: BHU/WMU (Detox) at LDS Hospital and Alta View Hospital
Job Essentials
Organize and prioritize daily work by reviewing new, current, and discharging patient needs in area(s) of responsibility. Complete documentation as required.
Gather psycho‑social information for patients and caregivers.
Educate, communicate, and coordinate with multiple patient care teams and outside agencies as necessary to ensure the patient receives quality care, a timely intake and discharge, and to identify and resolve delays and issues.
Acts as an advocate on behalf of patients and families, where appropriate, to ensure effective communication with multidisciplinary care team, outside agencies and other resources as necessary.
May provide initial intake, crisis intervention, and adjustment to illness counseling services as well as appropriate referrals to treatment and/or resources.
May identify patients at risk for potential avoidable delays, extended stay, readmission, financial or complex discharge needs. Coordinate with care providers and leaders to reach optimal solutions.
May maintain an active role in denial prevention. Proactively intervene with payers to prevent inpatient denials. Communicate any necessary information to payers to help appeal existing denials.
May coordinate the discharge planning process from patient admission to departure. Screen for and identify patient needs, develop a discharge plan, and coordinate with internal and external services for care during and after the hospital stay.
Provide support and education to patients, families and staff members on Advance Directives.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
Current state licensure as a Social Services Worker (SSW).
Computer skills (email, word processing, and spreadsheets).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a healthcare setting.
Location
Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital – Sandy, Utah.
Schedule
0 scheduled weekly hours. Hourly rate: $29.14 - $44.94, dependent on experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Gather psychosocial information to participate in the development and implementation of a plan of care that provides extraordinary care for the patient while being sensitive to costs and resources. Work collaboratively with patients, patients' family/significant other, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other involved parties. The SSW will execute these duties under direct clinical supervision.
Sign‑on Bonus
Offer a $500 sign‑on bonus to those that have 1+ year of experience (External applicants only).
Job Specifics
Pay Range: $29.14 - $44.94 (Non‑Exempt)
Benefits Eligible: No
FTE: PRN
Shift: Variable, as needed.
Location: BHU/WMU (Detox) at LDS Hospital and Alta View Hospital
Job Essentials
Organize and prioritize daily work by reviewing new, current, and discharging patient needs in area(s) of responsibility. Complete documentation as required.
Gather psycho‑social information for patients and caregivers.
Educate, communicate, and coordinate with multiple patient care teams and outside agencies as necessary to ensure the patient receives quality care, a timely intake and discharge, and to identify and resolve delays and issues.
Acts as an advocate on behalf of patients and families, where appropriate, to ensure effective communication with multidisciplinary care team, outside agencies and other resources as necessary.
May provide initial intake, crisis intervention, and adjustment to illness counseling services as well as appropriate referrals to treatment and/or resources.
May identify patients at risk for potential avoidable delays, extended stay, readmission, financial or complex discharge needs. Coordinate with care providers and leaders to reach optimal solutions.
May maintain an active role in denial prevention. Proactively intervene with payers to prevent inpatient denials. Communicate any necessary information to payers to help appeal existing denials.
May coordinate the discharge planning process from patient admission to departure. Screen for and identify patient needs, develop a discharge plan, and coordinate with internal and external services for care during and after the hospital stay.
Provide support and education to patients, families and staff members on Advance Directives.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
Current state licensure as a Social Services Worker (SSW).
Computer skills (email, word processing, and spreadsheets).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a healthcare setting.
Location
Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital – Sandy, Utah.
Schedule
0 scheduled weekly hours. Hourly rate: $29.14 - $44.94, dependent on experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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