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Lakeview Memorial Hospital Association Social Work Care Manager in Stillwater, Minnesota
The Social Work Care Manager provides inpatient care coordination services for medical/surgical patients to facilitate optimal patient outcomes, supports the delivery of effective and efficient care, improves continuity of care and efficient use of resources throughout the episode of care. The care manager will collaborate with the care team including, but not limited to: attending/specialty physician(s), social work, utilization management, therapies, and nursing to ensure that an effective and timely treatment plan is acted upon, and appropriate discharge plan is implemented with a smooth transition in levels of care. This position requires periodic weekends and/or holiday(s). Work Schedule: Casual - Work on-call Friday from 4:30-8:00 pm, work Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm every four weeks, and have availability to fill in on weekdays 8:00 am-4:30 pm for vacation and sick calls. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in social work from an accredited education program Licensed with Minnesota Board of Social Work with minimum license level of Licensed Social Worker (LSW) Excellent time management skills Basic computer skills Function independently and as part of a team, working effectively with various facilities, internal and external staff, patients, patients' family, and physicians to facilitate patient care Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Excellent problem identification, problem-solving skills, and follow through skills. Ability to deal with change and ambiguous situations. Able to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with utilization review criteria and/or progression of care guidelines Knowledge of Epic HER Three (3) years' experience performing case management and/or discharge planning. One-year prior experience working as a social worker in home care, skilled nursing facility or acute care setting. Benefits: Lakeview Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with match, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer an on-site employee fitness center, free parking, and employee discounts. Lakeview Hospital is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Loan Forgiveness program. Lakeview Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.