What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker MSW position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day-shift, PRN, Social Worker (MSW) Case Manager in Tyler, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program, and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
Responsibilities
- Coordinating the care and service of the patients, promoting quality care, effective utilization of resources, and assuming a leadership role with the interdisciplinary team to achieve desired goals and resource outcomes.
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the delivery of services and working collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Providing therapeutic counseling for patients, families/significant others, as well as members of the interdisciplinary team to enhance coping and functional skills.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work.
- Licensed by the State of Texas, or obtain licensure within 6 months of hire.
Preferred Job Requirements
- 1-3 years of acute care experience.