Job Description

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a Social Work Social Worker for a local contract job in Cookeville, Tennessee.

• Specialty: Social Worker
• Discipline: Social Work
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Social Worker
Cookeville, TN
12 months

Job Duties:
The Clinical Care Team will take referrals from primary care providers and will work with the primary care team to accomplish the following tasks:
Social support navigation for social determinants of health (SDOH) such as food insecurity, housing insecurity, etc.
o Compile and maintain a resource list for SDOH resources including eligibility criteria, referral process, and contact information
o Collaborate with primary care nurse and providers
o Provide in-person or remote social needs screening/assessment with primary care patients referred by nurse or provider
o Coordinate or make aware of social services resources, i.e., housing, clothing, food, mental health services, etc.
o Collaborate with other social workers to identify patient and community resources
Conduct case management activities
o Work with hospitals for discharge planning, follow-up and education
o Assist with obtaining patient records from hospitals
o Assist in securing needed medical equipment through community partners
o Conduct follow-up on care plans
o Identify patients lost to follow-up or overdue for care and assist them in returning to care
May assist with specialty referral navigation
o Schedule, coordinate, and track non-BCS specialist and imaging referrals
o Assist with obtaining patient records from specialists and imaging centers
o Compile and maintain resource list for specialty referrals including eligibility criteria, referral process, cost and contact information
Assist patients to locate and access low-cost prescription options such as patient assistance programs, discount retailers, etc.
o May assist with patient assistance program applications and serve as a patient-provider liaison with the drug companies
o Assist patient with applications for programs such as CoverRx and RxOutreach
May help with other regional primary care-based initiatives with a social work component
Documents in patient's record, updates consults, and tags provider and/or clinical staff as necessary
Provide patient education or find appropriate education resources
Expectations may include:
Complete onboarding and orientation
Participate in regional office and primary care clinical meetings as requested
Attend provider meetings as requested
Attend Health Councils and other community meetings to build relationships with social service agencies and promote health department services
Identify barriers to care or assistance experienced by our patients and seek ways to address them
Tools and Equipment:
1. Personal Computer
2. Telephone
3. Fax Machine
4. Printer
5. Scanner
6. Copy Machine
7. Calculator
8. Personal Vehicle
Other office related equipment as required

TB_HC

Talent Burst Job ID . Posted job title: Social Worker 2

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.