What are the responsibilities and job description for the CASE MANAGEMENT - SOCIAL WORKER DISCHARGE PLANNER position at MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC?
Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Social Worker Discharge Planner to join our team!
JOB SUMMARY:
A hospital social worker/discharge planner supports patients and families by coordinating safe discharge plans, connecting them with community resources, and addressing social, emotional, and practical needs during hospitalization.
Key Responsibilities
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Patient assessment — Evaluate patients’ social, emotional, financial, and support needs to identify barriers to discharge.
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Discharge planning — Develop individualized discharge plans, arrange follow‑up care, and coordinate services such as home health, rehabilitation, or long‑term care.
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Resource coordination — Connect patients and families with community agencies, financial assistance, transportation, and support programs.
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Interdisciplinary collaboration — Work closely with nurses, physicians, case managers, and therapists to ensure smooth transitions of care.
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Patient advocacy — Ensure patient rights are upheld and help families navigate complex healthcare systems.
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Documentation — Maintain accurate, timely records of assessments, plans, and interventions.
ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:
Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.
Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.
BENEFITS:
Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
- Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital
Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification
ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:
Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.
Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications:Education/Certification: Must be a Licensed Social Worker with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work.
Experience: Knowledge of medical terminology, hospital workflows, and community resources, preferred.