Where you matter as much as the work you do 

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals.  Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible. 

Availability: Cover PTO , FMLA or an open position.  Hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 to 5pm.  No weekends or evenings.  

• Acknowledges and appropriately prioritizes referrals from interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families, with initial chart documentation entered within eight business hours of receipt of consult.
• Attends and actively participates in Trials and interdisciplinary team meetings in order to screen for high risk patients, obtain and share information, identify appropriate length of stay per DRG, advance the patient's plan of care, identify and take action to resolve barriers and to coordinate safe and appropriate discharge to the proper level of care within the appropriate time frame.
• Maintains focus on the provision of quality service in a rapid and efficient manner in order to transition patients to the appropriate level of care within the time frame of the target length of stay.
• Updates the clinical team regarding discharge destination, and date and time of anticipated discharge.
• Attends and actively participates in Triad Data Meetings and Team Meetings in order to identify and address system trends and barriers to the delivery of efficient patient care.
• Collaborates with insurance case managers and community care providers, and initiates referrals to appropriate community resources.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and private payer regulations and processes.
• Ensures that a safe and timely discharge is attained, with proper documentation and verbal reports shared with receiving facilities or agencies.
• Assesses patients and members of their support system in order to identify potential needs, to determine appropriate level of care for discharge planning purposes and to identify necessary interventions.
• Evaluates family, home environment and financial situation in order to develop safe and viable plan of care.
• Provides patient and family counseling and education regarding discharge planning, and community resources.
• Provides supportive counseling for patients, families and significant others who are experiencing anxiety or stress due to illness, injury or physical limitations.
• Develops educational materials and programs to meet the needs of assigned patient population and to meet the education needs of the medical team and social work peers.
• Records assessment, ongoing contacts, and final discharge plan including level of care to which patient is being transferred.
• Obtains and communicates information through timely and efficient use of available computer applications (Healthquest, EeMR, Groupwise, Social Services Lotus Notes Database and the internet).
• Reviews and interprets Length of Stay Data Reports and Patient Satisfaction Survey Reports with intent of improving service delivery and meeting organization goals.
• Completes additional assignments/projects as directed by the department leaders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in Social Work from an accredited Institution.
• At least 3 years of relevant social work experience required.
• Experience in an Acute Care or post-acute care setting desired but not required.
• Positions in this classification require LCSW licensure. ACM, CCM preferred.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. 

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Accommodations: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

Physical Requirements: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 
 
Environmental Factors: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.