Travel Social Worker - MSW
Edmonds, Washington
Swedish/Edmonds Hospital

Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

• Specialty: Social Services
• Location: Edmonds, Washington
• Facility: Providence Swedish Medical Center
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Candidates must have worked for a Providence-affiliated facility as permanent staff and must be separated from the health system for a minimum of 3 months to qualify for a travel contract.
• Open to:

  • MSW Care Manager (must have either an Associate clinical license or LCISW)
  • RN Care Manager
• Qualifications:

  • Master's in Social Work
  • Washington-issued post-MSW license (e.g., licensed social work associate independent clinical)
  • Case management and discharge experience required
  • Utilization management experience is helpful but not required
  • Average Daily Census: 18-20

Required Skills

General Skills

• Experience in acute hospital settings
• Knowledge of community programs and services
• Familiarity with APS (Adult Protective Services)

Case Management/Assessment

• Admission criteria
• Initial evaluations
• Care coordination and discharge planning
• Utilization of InterQual Criteria and Milliman Guidelines

Care Coordination

• Documenting information to facilitate care coordination
• Participating in care conference activities
• Referrals to rehabilitation and long-term care facilities

Documentation/Communication

• Documentation according to the plan of care
• Understanding of coverage criteria

Major Disease Processes

• Required: Dementia, Stroke
• Preferred: Cancer, CHF, COPD, Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, Neurological Disorders, Psychiatric Disorders

Regulatory Knowledge

• Familiarity with CMS, CPT coding, HIPAA, ICD 10 coding, and OSHA regulations

Charting Systems

• Experience with Epic and Cerner

Certifications Required

• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• Other certifications as applicable

Additional Information

• Floating Policy: Travelers may be required to float to another Providence facility within a reasonable distance.
• Background Check: Required within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked within the past 7 years.
• Health Documents: Various health documents required, including TB tests, vaccinations, and physical exams.

Application Requirements

• Must provide a complete employment application covering the last 5 years.
• Minimum of 2 references from supervisors required.
• Education verification may be necessary.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals looking for travel opportunities in a supportive environment focused on patient care and community service.