Medical Social Worker

Medical Social Worker – University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC)

Performs professional level social work in areas such as assessing patient needs and coordinating a safe, comprehensive discharge plan which may involve emotional support to the patient, the family, or significant others. The role supports UMC’s mission to provide life‑saving treatment and promote successful medical outcomes.

• EMployer‑Paid Pension Plan (Nevada PERS)
• Up to $15,000 sign‑on bonus eligible
• Enhanced employee referral eligible

• Assessments of patient and family needs, planning, and coordination for discharge
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families
• Develop and implement individual treatment and intervention plans
• Maintain effective working relationships with hospital personnel
• Prepare written records and reports
• Adhere to department and hospital safety, infection control, and emergency response policies

• Education/Experience
  Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and one (1) year of professional level social work experience in a social service agency or hospital setting; or an internship or field work related to the profession.
• Licensing/Certification
  Must possess a valid State of Nevada License as a Social Worker.
• Experience
  Three (3) years of acute‑care experience as a Social Worker.
• Training
  Previous recent documented practicum under the Social Services department.

• Knowledge of social work principles, federal, state, and local regulations, and community resources.
• Counseling techniques including family dynamics, cultural diversity, and crisis intervention.
• Ability to assess and interview patients and families.
• Competence in preparing written records and reports.
• Physical stamina to stand or walk for extended periods, lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, and use standard office equipment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Other (Hospitals and Health Care)