Medical Social Worker

Job overview

Compensation is $51,256–$111,351 per year. The Medical Social Worker is an onsite role based in Warwick, RI, supporting the Oak Street Health center. in the listing, and this position supports the interdisciplinary care team in providing psychosocial support to patients. The role exists to provide comprehensive assessments, advocacy, and care coordination for high-risk patients. The Social Worker collaborates with the care team to improve patient health outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, and empower patients to manage their health conditions effectively.

What you'll do

• Provide comprehensive assessments, telephonic check-ins, and in-person visits.
• Partner with patients to identify goals and address barriers.
• Maintain knowledge of community resources and make referrals.
• Navigate insurance benefits.
• Educate patients on supportive care and advance care planning.
• Provide psychoeducation to families.
• Collaborate with care teams to generate solutions.
• Complete documentation.
• Partner with Community Health Workers.
• Respond to crises.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

warwick ri

medical social worker

clinical

social work

care coordination

patient advocacy

medicare

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs.

Why this role

Focus on Medicare-eligible populations and interdisciplinary care coordination.

About the employer

Oak Street Health is hiring for this role. Industry: HMO Medical Centers. Sector: 62.