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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
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Summary of Job Duties:The Care Management Social Worker Lead is responsible for assisting the Social Work Manager.Minimum:
Master's Degree in Social Work (LMSW)
Must be licensed by an Arkansas Professional Board as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
1 year of Social Work Case Management Experience
Desired or Preferred:
Care Management Certification
Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs the duties of the Social Worker Care Manager
Assures hospital Care Management activities are effective in maximizing patient satisfaction, utilization of resources and third-party payer reimbursement
Identifies, intervenes on taking a proactive approach to ensure right time discharges and documents avoidable and denied days and discharge delays.
Identifies patient/families with psychosocial and/or non-medical discharge planning needs and refers to the Social Work team member as appropriate.
Provides team coverage during times of staffing shortages (sick/vacation/etc.)
To lead evidenced-based initiatives and strategies, that support the appropriate acceptance, patient placement and use of clinical resources
Participates in Interdisciplinary Care Rounds (IDCR) to ensure each patient receives the correct resources at the correct level of care at the correct time in their acute care episode
Participates in the performance evaluations of the team members including goal identification, coaching, action plans and counseling/disciplinary process as required.
Maintain high reliability culture among team/ point of contact for team (being prepared for ADH, Joint Commission, etc.)
Serves as a liaison to other departments to promote coordination of care for patients.
Responsible for collecting weekly Complex Case Review information, organizing schedule for presentations and ensuring documentation is completed.
Value analysis liaison considering organizational implications and logistics.
Oversees quality monitoring/data and provides guidance/suggestions for improvement.
Provides education to staff related to changes in policy/procedures, processes, EMR documentation, etc.
Manages orientation processes for new employees and provides feedback to managers for evaluations.
Assists with scheduling and daily staffing assignments; modifies assignments as needed.
Other duties may be assigned in order to meet the UAMS core values and business needs of the division.
Education/Quality Improvement Activities - Participates in Performance Improvement, Evidenced Based Practice/Research process. Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices. Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff. Provides effective patient/family education (link to PFCC).
Communication/Collaboration - Implements POC using an approach that is interdisciplinary with Patient and Family Centered Care. Effectively collaborates and communicates with the multidisciplinary team at all levels. Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record. Reports variances in care/systems/processes through the appropriate means.
Customer Service: Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Proof of Veteran Status, ResumeOptional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contactfor any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse TestingThis position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, TalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:N/ABenefits Eligible:YesFull Time
$54k-67k (estimate)
03/29/2024
05/16/2024
ahecne.uams.edu
Little Rock, AR
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