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Social Worker- LCSW (REQUIRED) bei White Rock Medical Center

White Rock Medical Center · Dallas, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

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Description

 White Rock Medical Center is a community-based hospital located near the historic White Rock Lake community, that serves the Dallas, Garland, Mesquite and surrounding areas. We specialize in a wide range of services including comprehensive medical/surgical care, bariatric, cardiology, outpatient and emergency medicine.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence.

White Rock Medical Center is seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our company and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient focused environment.

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Why join White Rock Medical Center?

  • Competitive salary and benefits/Company 401(k)
  • Employee programs and events.
  • Paid Time Off and 7 Company Holidays.
  • Employer paid life insurance.
  • Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc.



Job Summary: 

Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments, interventions, and discharge planning services to patients and families while actively participating in hospital quality improvement initiatives. This dual-role position combines direct patient care with data analysis and process improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.



Essential Functions:

Clinical Social Work Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient and family needs, barriers to care, and discharge planning requirements
  • Provide crisis intervention, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families facing acute medical situations
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans
  • Facilitate family meetings and care conferences
  • Coordinate discharge planning, including placement in appropriate care facilities, home health services, and community resources
  • Provide education and support regarding advance directives and end-of-life planning
  • Assess for abuse, neglect, or safety concerns and initiate appropriate interventions
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with regulatory standards

Quality Initiative Responsibilities:

  • Participate in quality improvement projects focused on patient experience, readmission reduction, and care transitions
  • Collect, analyze, and report data related to social work interventions and patient outcomes
  • Identify trends and patterns in discharge delays, patient satisfaction scores, and care coordination challenges
  • Collaborate with quality department to develop and implement process improvements
  • Participate in root cause analysis for quality events involving psychosocial factors
  • Support development of evidence-based protocols for social work practice
  • Assist with regulatory survey preparation and compliance monitoring
  • Contribute to interdisciplinary quality committees and patient safety initiatives


Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Social Work from CSWE-accredited program
  • Current state licensure (LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent)
  • Minimum 2 years of healthcare social work experience
  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
  • Proficiency in electronic health records and quality management software

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in quality improvement or process improvement initiatives
  • Lean Six Sigma or similar quality methodology certification
  • Experience with discharge planning and care transitions
  • Knowledge of HCAHPS, CMS quality measures, and value-based care concepts

Key Competencies:

  • Clinical assessment and intervention skills
  • Data analysis and problem-solving abilities
  • Project management and process improvement skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
  • Cultural competency and sensitivity
  • Time management and prioritization skills
  • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to walk throughout hospital facility
  • Computer work for documentation and data analysis
  • Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to work in emotionally demanding situations

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care while contributing to systematic improvements in healthcare delivery and outcomes.



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