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    Licensed Social Worker - Dallas, United States - UMC Health System

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    Job Summary

    The Social Worker, BSW is responsible for assisting patients with understanding how to utilize health care and social welfare resources so to obtain optimal care.


    Reports to:
    Job Specific Responsibilities
    Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:


    • Provide leadership for Radiation Therapy and Dosimetry staff
    • Assess the patient's ability to participate actively in their medical care post discharge
    • Educate patients/family and refer them to the appropriate community resources
    • Remain up to date on resources available for patients/families.
    • Facilitate referrals and transfers to nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, rehab, and long-term acute care facilities. Coordinate for the appropriate mode of transportation (ambulance, wheelchair van...) as needed by the patient for the transfer.
    • Arrange for durable medical equipment, out-patient services, Home Health and/or Hospice care as needed.
    • Complete high-risk screens and length of stays screens on unit in accordance with DPP# 102.
    • Participate in huddles on unit and other huddles as requested to identify needs or anticipated needs for the patient at discharge.
    • Documentation in Allscripts/Cerner in a complete and timely.
    • All other related assigned duties
    Education and Experience


    • Bachelor's degree in Social Services or related field
    Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations


    • LBSW/LMSW- Licensed Baccalaureate or Licensed Master Social Worker licensed in the state of Texas by the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners *Active temporary license issued by the Texas State Board is acceptable if permanent license is obtained prior to temporary license expiration. Proof of passing examination score provided by Association of Social Work Board testing site
    Skills and Abilities


    • Able to work independently, exercise independent judgement, and prioritize workload
    • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing; Ability to communicate with empathy and influence
    Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
    This position requires interaction with medical staff and Allied Health partners

    Physical Capabilities
    Visual and auditory acuity required. Position requires much walking and standing for extended periods of time

    Environmental/Working Conditions
    Position subject to inside environmental changes that may include varying changes in temperatures.

    Direct Reports
    N/A

    UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


    *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.​

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