Job Description

A place as dynamic as Brooklyn requires equally dynamic health care. NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital combines the award-winning expertise of Weill Cornell Medicine physicians, experienced healthcare staff, the intellectual energy of graduate residency and fellowship training programs, and the latest technologies to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to Brooklyn’s residents. 

The role of the Medical Social Worker is to work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a safe discharge of all adult patients. Duties include but are not limited to:

· Identifies patients with barriers to a safe discharge plan.

· Completes psychosocial assessments on all patients.

· Documents all clinical assessments, notes, and referrals in Epic.

· Completes screens and coordinates all new skilled nursing facility and rehab facility referrals.

· Assesses all cases involving child abuse/neglect, domestic violence, elderly abuse, and sexual assault.

· Educates patient/family about post-acute care options and the role of choice.

· Educates patient/family about managed care and payor issues 

This is a full-time day shift position 9:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday including every 4th weekend, both Saturday and Sunday, located at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.

Preferred Criteria

• At least one year of experience in an acute care setting

• Discharge planning experience

• Experience with Epic and Allscripts

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Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

• New York State License as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW).

• Communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.

• Work efficiently and effectively under pressure.

• Work comfortably within the limitations of the medical setting.

• Computer literacy.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses .

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• 2024 “Great Place To Work Certified”
• 2024 “America’s Best Large Employers” – Forbes
• 2024 “Best Places to Work in IT” – Computerworld
• 2023 “Best Employers for Women” – Forbes
• 2023 “Workplace Well-being Platinum Winner” – Aetna
• 2023 “America’s Best-In-State Employers” – Forbes
• “Silver HCM Excellence Award for Learning & Development” – Brandon Hall Group

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.

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