Great opportunity for a Liver Transplant Social Worker to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

We are seeking a Liver Transplant Social Worker who is dedicated to providing exceptional care to those we serve at Loyola Medicine. In return, we provide a supportive atmosphere where you can grow your career and make a lasting impact.

The Liver Transplant Social Worker provides psychosocial and supportive intervention, consultation and education to patients/families to assure comprehensive services throughout a patient's hospitalization, leading to a successful transition for discharge or transfer. Utilizes the Social Work process to determine the individual patient needs and the appropriate community resources to assure continuity of care from hospital to home or another health care facility. Contributes to the training of Social Workers and other health care professionals to enhance the educational programs of the Loyola University Health System. Assesses the patient's mental and social functioning by providing a psychosocial screen/history, assessment, resource information, counseling and a discharge plan.

Assesses the patient's mental and social functioning by providing a

psychosocial screen/history, assessment, resource information, counseling and

a discharge plan.

Responds to immediate requests and ensures a comprehensive medical plan

by communicating the psychosocial and/or discharge information to the medical

team verbally and through documentation in the patient's medical record.

Completes discharge plan requirements, i.e., appropriate transport forms,

authorization for release of medical information, contacting appropriate family or

agency representatives, etc.

Attends service line multi-disciplinary rounds, unit meetings and meetings

specific to the assignment responsibility to facilitate continuity of patient care.

Provides educational and psychosocial programs to patients and families and

enhances the educational programs of LUHS.

We offer our employees:

• Benefits from Day One
• Competitive compensation
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center
• Educational Stipend
• Referral rewards

Our Promise to You:

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and in our colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

We seek colleagues with:

Education :

Required: Masters Degree

Specify Degree(s): Masters of Social Work

Residency: Internship in Inpatient Hospital Setting Preferred

Minimum Experience:

Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Social Work - Licensed Social Worker

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.