About the role#
As a Social Work Student Discharge Planner Assistant, you will support patients and their families by managing discharge planning and referrals. You will work under the supervision of the Manager of Social Services to coordinate continuing care and community resources. This is a part-time position at 16 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Meet with patients and families to arrange discharge needs.
- Coordinate services with community resources and outside agencies.
- Act as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other care providers.
- Respond to high-risk screenings and physician consults.
- Complete assessments and follow-ups for patients.
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other skilled disciplines.
- Maintain accurate records in patient charts and track departmental statistics.
- Participate in team meetings and hospital committees.
- Keep your knowledge of community resources current through continuing education.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program.
- Ability to obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
- Participation in a related college practicum is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Portsmouth, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time (16 hours per week).
- Term: Rolling.
About Southern Ohio Medical Center
Southern Ohio Medical Center is a 248-bed hospital located in Portsmouth, Ohio. The organization provides emergency and surgical care along with various other health-care services. It employs more than 3,000 staff members and maintains a medical team of over 266 physicians and specialists. The facility handles 12,000 surgeries and 79,000 emergency cases annually.
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