Care Manager–Social Worker

Company Description

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

General Summary

The Care Manager collaborates with members of the healthcare team, community resources, and with the patient/patient family to promote optimal outcomes for the patient across the continuum of care. The Care Manager provides Care Management activities to ensure an effective, appropriate, individualized and safe plan of care. The position is goal-oriented with a high level of accountability correlated to the continuum of care, quality of care and patient satisfaction.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Manager of Care Management.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited college with a degree in social work and current licensure in the State of Maryland. Master’s degree with LMSW or LCSW certification required.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant clinical hospital experience required as applicable to the position needs. Ongoing education, certification, and self-development to remain current with industry standards and business objectives related to hospital case management.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.