Medical Social Worker- PRN

Job Summary
The Medical Social Worker I (MSW) provides psychosocial support and care coordination from admission through discharge. This role works closely with patients, families, the Interdisciplinary Care Team, and external providers to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective care. The MSW develops and monitors care plans, advocates for patients and families, facilitates discharge planning, and serves as a resource for problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Shift: Day Shift, PRN/Casual

Key Responsibilities

• 
  

  Assess patient needs across physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and developmental stages; provide age-appropriate care for infants through geriatrics.

  
  
• 
  

  Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and care teams.

  
  
• 
  

  Coordinate discharge planning, including referrals to specialty services, community resources, and third-party payers.

  
  
• 
  

  Advocate for patients and families, ensuring understanding of insurance and care processes.

  
  
• 
  

  Act as liaison with external providers, participate in care conferences, and ensure timely completion of discharge-related functions.

  
  
• 
  

  Engage in outreach, education, and committee participation to support hospital and departmental goals.

  
  
• 
  

  Maintain communication with patients, families, supervisors, and co-workers to support safe, efficient, patient-centered care.

  
  

Additional Expectations

• 
  

  Demonstrate alignment with hospital core values and patient-centered care principles.

  
  
• 
  

  Attend required meetings, training, and continuing education.

  
  
• 
  

  Contribute to departmental improvements and continuous quality initiatives.

  
  
• 
  

  Maintain professional accountability, attendance, and communication standards.

  
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1. Graduate of an accredited college/university.
2. MSW required with specific course work related to social work.
3. Experience in an acute care medical setting is preferred.

LICENCES & CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Current Maryland License as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW).