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Job description
Social Worker
Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will be part of a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve improved health outcomes. Explore rewarding opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Social Worker is responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination and oversight of services for identified patients' within their respective healthcare plan. The position identifies, evaluates, and provides management of services for patients with complex, catastrophic, SDOH (Social Determinants of Health) and/or psychosocial issues to promote quality, effective outcomes throughout the care continuum. The position ensures compliance with state and federal health plan requirements, Medicare guidelines and standards. Acts as a liaison to coordinate and collaborate care with physicians, family, and other providers while always remaining an advocate for patients, putting them at the center of care delivery. The Social Worker will interact and engage with others as an interdisciplinary team member.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive evaluations and document findings in a concise/comprehensive manner that is compliant with documentation standards for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
Performs patient assessments in multiple settings to include but not limited to the patient's home, the PCP/specialists clinic, hospital, and/or skilled nursing facility as needed
Understands and plans to assure services provided work within the boundaries of the patient's plan eligibility. Coordinates identified patient's needs utilizing federal, state, and local community resources, as available
Coordinates with external and internal teams to minimize obstacles and increase in patient and provider satisfaction
Active participation in Performance Improvement (PI) or regional strategic initiatives
Active participation in staff and Interdisciplinary Teams (IDT) meetings
Adheres to organizational and departmental policies and procedures
Maintains a high level of professionalism and adheres to the WellMed Core Values
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional development
Ensures licensure, certifications, and annual training are maintained and compliant
Maintains knowledge of current health plan benefits
Performs other duties as assigned
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Social Work with a minimum of 3 years' experience beyond the required years of experience
Current BLS certification or must obtain certification within 30 days of employment hire date
3+ years social work experience in a health care environment
Proficient in MS Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Notes, Outlook, and other departmental specific programs/applications
Reliable transportation for daily travel to various locations as assigned
Have a valid drivers license within the state of work
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters of Social Work with licensure (LMSW or LCSW or LBSW)
Knowledge of disease management, managed care, medical terminology, referral process, claims, and CPT coding
Experience working with geriatric and behavioral and mental health patient populations
Long Term Care experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish) language proficiency
Able to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Solid organizational skills
Physical & Mental Requirements:
Ability to lift to 10 pounds
Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 25 pounds of force
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
Ability to properly drive and operate a company vehicle
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $49,700 to $88,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Worksite address
harlingen, TX, 78552, US
Who can apply
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