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Seattle, WA
Full time
REQ-
Job Description
The Harborview Medical Center - Social Work Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Social Worker Assistant - Inpatient Transportation.
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-Time
Day shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Provide transportation coordination to help effect early discharge placements from a hospital/clinic visit to a home, SNF, AFH, LTAC, IPR, etc.
The SW Assistant serves as a liaison between Hopelink, Lyft, taxi vendors, and outside community agencies etc. between Skilled Nursing Facilities, Adult Family homes, transportation brokers, outside community agencies etc. as delegated by the Inpatient Social Work Supervisor.
As needed, the SW Assistant will assist with gathering and maintaining data as delegated by the department.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as an effective liaison between clinics, inpatient units, outside providers, SW Supervisors, etc.
Have a good understanding of the different hospital workflows (discharges, clinic appointments, ER visit, etc.)
Demonstrate innovative problem solving
Communicate discharge plan to appropriate team members as needed
Maintain access and working knowledge of different tools used in performing daily functions (Provider one, Lyft, EPIC, etc.)
Address discharge plan with the care team as needed
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Social Work OR a Bachelor's Degree in the behavioral sciences AND two years experience in the social work field.
OR
An Associate of Arts Degree in the behavioral sciences AND four years of work experience in the social work field.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$33.48 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$52.45 hourly
Other Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
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seattle, WA, 98127, US
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