Florida Medical Center·Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
The Social Worker assesses patient and family needs to develop effective discharge plans and provide psychosocial counseling. They act as a primary liaison between medical staff and community agencies to optimize quality of care.
WE ARE FLORIDA MEDICAL CENTER! Our primary function is to offer continuous nursing, medical, and other health and social services on a 24-hour basis, under physician directed care and RN supervision. We service a multitude of patients and their families across our vast network, while remaining committed to the professional development of our staff, the functional improvement of our patients, and the cultivation of strong partnerships within our communities.
Essential/stable and growing company with many opportunities for training and advancement within the medical field that all employees and team members (including Full-Time and Part-Time) can benefit from. Hourly pay is negotiable based on experience. We offer competitive market pay and opportunities for bonus depending on great work performance Comprehensive Employee Benefits: Full and Part Time employees are eligible for various plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Utilizes professional, medical, social-work skills to assess patient and family scenarios for discharge planning, information and referral, psychosocial and counseling support needs and establishes plans for effective management of the identified needs. Assessment, planning, intervening and reassessment are performed in a collaborative environment, in which the Social Worker works closely with Medical Staff. Exemplifies clinical practice that is proactive in planning for patients' progress across the continuum and that optimizes quality of care, utilization, cost and patient satisfaction. Assumes a strong role as liaison between medical staff, hospital professional staff and community agencies. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (including required licenses/certifications, education and job knowledge/experience): Bachelor's Degree in Social Work required Minimum 2 years experience as a social worker in a medical setting Hospital experience is preferred Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to prioritize workload Good problem solving skills Basic computer skills
A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and at least 2 years of experience in a medical setting are required. Hospital experience and strong communication skills are preferred.
Market context
Florida healthcare employers often seek social workers with hospital or medical-setting experience, so this role may draw steady interest from candidates who can coordinate care and communicate clearly with patients and clinical teams. Competitive applicants usually show a bachelor’s in social work, relevant medical experience, and comfort with case management. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your resume to highlight hospital workflows and patient-facing communication.
