Inpatient Medical Social Worker

Where You Will Work Aurora West Allis is located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort. Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care. We have also been recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology. Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible. We’reLooking For Licensure or Certifications Social Work Certification issued by the State of Wisconsin Degrees Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school. Years of Experience: 1 year of social work experience in healthcare WhatYou’llDo Schedule: Part Time, 20 hours per week Where You Will Work Aurora West Allis is located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort. Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care. We have also been recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology. Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible. We’reLooking For Licensure or Certifications WI locations -Social Work Certification issued by the State of Wisconsin Degrees Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school. Years of Experience: 1 year of social work experience in healthcare WhatYou’llDo Schedule: Part time, first shift, 20 hours a week, includes occasional Saturdays and holidays. As an Inpatient Medical Social Worker , you will: Deliver comprehensive social work support by conducting psychosocial assessments, identifying patient needs, implementing appropriate interventions, follow-up care, and discharge planning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe, timely care across the continuum, including post-acute services and community resources, while advocating for patient-centered care. Educate patients and families on healthcare decisions, available resources, and complex issues such as advanced directives, end-of-life care, and social concerns. Connect individuals to community services and agencies, ensuring continuity of care and smooth transitions. Support care coordination by managing length of stay, reducing readmissions, and ensuring appropriate levels of care within network systems. Maintain clear communication, thorough documentation, and compliance with regulatory and professional standards, while also contributing to staff education and professional development. Demonstrate knowledge of social work principles and methods and the ability to apply these in a health care setting. Your feedback matters. Everyteammate’svoice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions This position requires travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Exposed to a normal office environment. Exposed to patient care environment. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases, therefore team members must abide by personal protective equipment as ordered. Weekend, holiday, and evening coverage per site requirement. Position requires sitting, standing, speaking, reading/writing, and walking throughout the workday. Fast paced work environment with established time constraints per site. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. #J-18808-Ljbffr