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MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center

LMSW/LGSW Inpatient Case Manager

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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General Summary of Position MedStar Health is looking for

an

LMSW/LGSW

Inpatient

Case Manager

to join our team

at MedStar Washington Hosptial Center. The LMSW/LGSW Inpatient Case Manager serves

as a member of the Case Management Team.

Facilitates the delivery of quality,

cost-effective

, patient-centered care from pre-admission through post-discharge

timeframe

. Ensures the care is designed to meet individualized patient outcomes. Monitors the care and services delivered to selected patient populations during the acute hospital stay working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team both internal and external to the organization, promotes effective case management and utilization of resources facilitating the continuum of care, and works to achieve optimal clinical and resource outcomes for the acute, and posthospital phases of care. MedStar Health is

a great place

to work and grow your career. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition

assistance

, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing. Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next

great career

move! Primary Duties: Collaborates with healthcare teams to develop and coordinate comprehensive, patient-centered care and discharge plans.

Conducts psychosocial assessments and provides emotional and behavioral support for patients and families.

Connects patients with community resources and ensures

timely

referrals based on

identified

needs.

Maintains

accurate

documentation and communicates effectively with caregivers, case managers, and external agencies.

Adheres to regulations and safety standards while actively

participating

in quality improvement, education, and outreach efforts.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in social work

from a school accredited

by the Council on Social Work

(Required)

1-2

years-

Experience in social work in a hospital setting (Preferred)

1-2 years- Experience in care/case management (Preferred)

Licenses/ Certifications: L

MSW-

Licensed

Master Social

Worker

- State Licensure in the District of Columbia or the State of Maryland, depending on work location

or

LGSW- Licensed Graduate Social Worker in the District of Columbia or the State of Maryland, depending on work location

CCM- Certified Case Manager (Preferred)

This position has a hiring range of $60,632 - $107,494

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