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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Medical Social Worker - Social Services - Day Shift Including Every 4th Weekend Both Saturday and Sunday
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What they do
A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
$69,192 / year median in New York
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Location Brooklyn, New York Shift:
Day (United States of America)Description:
A place as dynamic as Brooklyn requires equally dynamic health care. NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital combines the award-winning expertise of Weill Cornell Medicine physicians, experienced healthcare staff, the intellectual energy of graduate residency and fellowship training programs, and the latest technologies to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to Brooklyn's residents. The role of the Medical Social Worker is to work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a safe discharge of all adult patients. Duties include but are not limited to:- Identifies patients with barriers to a safe discharge plan.
- Completes psychosocial assessments on all patients.
- Documents all clinical assessments, notes, and referrals in Epic.
- Completes screens and coordinates all new skilled nursing facility and rehab facility referrals.
- Assesses all cases involving child abuse/neglect, domestic violence, elderly abuse, and sexual assault.
- Educates patient/family about post-acute care options and the role of choice.
- Educates patient/family about managed care and payor issues This is a full-time day shift position 9:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday including every 4th weekend, both Saturday and Sunday, located at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.
Requirements:
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) New York State License as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW). Communication and negotiation skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Work efficiently and effectively under pressure. Work comfortably within the limitations of the medical setting. Computer literacy. Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today. Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance toNYP. NYP
will not reimburse for travel expenses. __________________ 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma- Glassdoor 2026 Best Place to Work
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- Newsweek NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range:
$44.16- 53.