SOCIAL WORKER (LCSW/LICSW)

Responsibilities The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region.U.S. News & World Reporthas just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as aBest Regional Hospital. GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in two specialty areas, Neurologyand Neuroscience.GW Hospital achieved "high performing"status in six specialty areas:Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics; Pulmonology and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery;Urology; and Geriatrics,along with receiving "high performing" designations for the following eight common procedure and condition areas:Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes.Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing"is a designationU.S. News & World Reportbestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average.Additionally in 2024, GW Hospital received theAmerican College of Cardiology's National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain - Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award.U.S. News and World ReportnamedGW Hospital as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) in 2024.This designation means that GW Hospital provides a high standard of care for patients with uncomplicated pregnancies. This designation is the highest award a hospital can earn for U.S. News' Best Hospitals for Maternity Care."We are thrilled that GW Hospital's commitment to providing the highest quality care to our patients has again been recognized byU.S. News & World Report," says Kimberly Russo, Chief Executive Officer of The George Washington University Hospital and UHS Group Vice President of the Washington, D.C. Region. " As an academic medical center, our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical excellence, research, and education in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. This recognition byU.S. News & World Report,which places us within the top hospitals in the region, is a testament to the range of advanced services we offer and the expertise, specialized skills, and commitment of our entire care team. GW Hospital is dedicated to elevating healthcare in our community, across Washington, D.C. and the greater DMV area."To be ranked as a Best Regional Hospital, a hospital or healthcare system has to outperform its peers in procedures and conditions thatU.S. News & World Reportevaluates, including risk-adjusted survival, patient experience, level of nursing care and successfully returning patients home following discharge. The annual Best Hospitals rankings and ratings assist patients and their doctors in making informed healthcare decisions.Website: www.gwhospital.comSocial WorkerThe Social Worker is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of the patient's plan of care from admission to post-discharge. The Social Worker utilizes critical thinking skills, and the principles of case management to coordinate and implement a discharge plan that meets the patient's needs and ensures a seamless, effective and efficient transition of care across the continuum.Benefit HighlightsChallenging and rewarding work environmentCompetitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time OffExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans401(K) with company match and discounted stock planSoFi Student Loan Refinancing ProgramCareer development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! * More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.comAbout Universal Health ServicesOne of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com Qualifications QualificationCurrent Licensure in Social Worker (LGSW/LCSW/LICSW) in the District of Columbia.Master's degree in social workAttendance and Punctuality - Demonstrates the ability to arrive at the work site on time, limits the number of absences, provides adequate notice to supervisor for time off, takes lunch periods and breaks within prescribed times.Mandatory training, testing, and competencies completed on time - Competency Training; Services Excellence Training; Annual Physical.Three years' experience in acute care or other related healthcare field is preferred.Case Management Certification preferred.Previous experience in case management and/or discharge planning is strongly preferred.Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of government and third-party reimbursement systems and contracts.Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.EEO StatementAll UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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