12 social worker jobs found in Huntsville, AL

Overview Prepares the patient and/or patient’s family to transition from the hospital to the next appropriate care setting based on their individual needs.  Applies their understanding of medical conditions, insurance coverage and how physical/psychosocial may affect the patient once a patient leaves the medical setting to plan and initiate an individualized discharge plan.  Provide clinical information to payers and/or post-acute providers in order to obtain authorizations for hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education required : Bachelor of Social Work (unless MSW required for licensing) from an accredited institution Education preferred: Masters of Social Work from an accredited institution preferred Experience: 3+ years acute care hospital experience preferred License/Certificates: Licensed Medical Social Worker (i.e. LSW, LCSW, ACSW, etc) in Alabama OR Licensed in Alabama within 6 months of...

Overview Facilitates resource management activities for inpatients based on identified patients. Coordinates patient’s transition from hospital to home through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care, promote cost effective utilization of resources and enhance patient, nurse and physician satisfaction. Provides psychosocial assessment, resources and intervention to hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education:  Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Experience:  Two years hospital experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered.  Previous discharge planning or hospital based social service experience very beneficial. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Social Workers are expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, to be...

Overview Facilitates resource management activities for inpatients based on identified patients. Coordinates patient’s transition from hospital to home through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care, promote cost effective utilization of resources and enhance patient, nurse and physician satisfaction. Provides psychosocial assessment, resources and intervention to hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education:  Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Experience:  Two years hospital experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered.  Previous discharge planning or hospital based social service experience very beneficial. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Social Workers are expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, to be...

Overview Facilitates resource management activities for inpatients based on identified patients. Coordinates patient’s transition from hospital to home through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care, promote cost effective utilization of resources and enhance patient, nurse and physician satisfaction. Provides psychosocial assessment, resources and intervention to hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education:  Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Experience:  Two years hospital experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered.  Previous discharge planning or hospital based social service experience very beneficial. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Social Workers are expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, to be...

Overview Facilitates resource management activities for inpatients based on identified patients. Coordinates patient’s transition from hospital to home through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care, promote cost effective utilization of resources and enhance patient, nurse and physician satisfaction. Provides psychosocial assessment, resources and intervention to hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education:  Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Experience:  Two years hospital experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered.  Previous discharge planning or hospital based social service experience very beneficial. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Social Workers are expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, to be...

About Us Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers. Marshall Medical Centers , an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends. Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North , in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several...

Overview Job Summary:   Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. The CTN  helps patients move through different levels and types of care before, during and after their hospital stay. The CTN makes sure all physicians therapists and other caregivers have the information necessary to deliver appropriate care to the patient in the appropriate setting. The CTN provides post discharge follow-up evaluations to ensure compliance with discharge instructions Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions The Palliative Care Coordinator supports the delivery and coordination of palliative care services for patients with serious, complex, or life-limiting illnesses across Decatur Morgan Hospital. Works collaboratively with physicians, nursing, case management, social work, chaplaincy, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to identify patients who may...

Overview Pediatrics is a 38 bed medical surgical floor located within Women and Children’s Hospital. Our nurses focus on the medical needs and treatment of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults up to 21 years of age. Their specialized training allows them to provide their patients and families with age appropriate emotional support and medical care. Our nurses are part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Pediatric Hospitalists, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Pharmacists, Dieticians, Social Workers and Child Life Therapy. The pediatric nurse must be caring, compassionate, and have critical thinking skills. The nurse will need to assess a patient’s condition as well as detect any changes and will need to recognize when further intervention is necessary. Our department provides educational opportunities to promote a solid foundation in caring for our patients. Qualifications...

Overview Pediatrics is a 38 bed medical surgical floor located within Women and Children’s Hospital. Our nurses focus on the medical needs and treatment of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults up to 21 years of age. Their specialized training allows them to provide their patients and families with age appropriate emotional support and medical care. Our nurses are part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Pediatric Hospitalists, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Pharmacists, Dieticians, Social Workers and Child Life Therapy. The pediatric nurse must be caring, compassionate, and have critical thinking skills. The nurse will need to assess a patient’s condition as well as detect any changes and will need to recognize when further intervention is necessary. Our department provides educational opportunities to promote a solid foundation in caring for our patients. Qualifications...

Overview Pediatrics is a 38 bed medical surgical floor located within Women and Children’s Hospital. Our nurses focus on the medical needs and treatment of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults up to 21 years of age. Their specialized training allows them to provide their patients and families with age appropriate emotional support and medical care. Our nurses are part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Pediatric Hospitalists, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Pharmacists, Dieticians, Social Workers and Child Life Therapy. The pediatric nurse must be caring, compassionate, and have critical thinking skills. The nurse will need to assess a patient’s condition as well as detect any changes and will need to recognize when further intervention is necessary. Our department provides educational opportunities to promote a solid foundation in caring for our patients. Qualifications...

Overview Pediatrics is a 38 bed medical surgical floor located within Women and Children’s Hospital. Our nurses focus on the medical needs and treatment of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults up to 21 years of age. Their specialized training allows them to provide their patients and families with age appropriate emotional support and medical care. Our nurses are part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Pediatric Hospitalists, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Pharmacists, Dieticians, Social Workers and Child Life Therapy. The pediatric nurse must be caring, compassionate, and have critical thinking skills. The nurse will need to assess a patient’s condition as well as detect any changes and will need to recognize when further intervention is necessary. Our department provides educational opportunities to promote a solid foundation in caring for our patients. Qualifications...

Overview The Care Transition Assistant supports the Case Management staff by providing clerical functions for the department’s Case Managers and Social Workers.  These tasks include but are not limited to: arranging post discharge services, issuing Medicare Important Message letters and communicating updates to the hospital care team staff Qualifications Education:  Requires High School diploma Experience:  Service in a customer service role preferred; Hospital experience preferred Additional Skills/Abilities:  Care Transition Assistant must be able to work independently and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.  It is imperative that the Care Transition Assistant has the ability to function as a team member and appropriately seek supervision as needed. Must demonstrate the ability to organize and prioritize and the ability to interact with all levels of staff in a courteous and professional...