Social Worker

Are you looking to be part of a compassionate, patient-focused care team? At NMC Health, we're proud to set an award-winning standard for healthcare in the Wichita Metro Area. We are currently seeking a Social Worker Case Manager to join our team. In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered case management services that support positive outcomes for patients, families, physicians, and staff.

As a Social Worker Case Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating care and discharge planning by applying strong clinical judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to ensure patients receive appropriate care and resources while maintaining a professional standard in all case management activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating patient care and discharge planning to support optimal outcomes
• Collaborating with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Communicating effectively with insurance providers and community resources
• Applying critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care management services
• Demonstrating strong organizational, multitasking, and interpersonal skills
• Maintaining professionalism while working independently and as part of a team

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Social Worker with Bachelors degree required

Experience:

• Open to all new graduates
• Three to five years of hospital experience preferred
• Experience in case management or a related field preferred
• Experience in rehabilitation settings is a plus

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of care management, resource utilization, and utilization management required
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered service

Licensure, registration or certification:

• Current licensure in the State of Kansas required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Specialty certification strongly encouraged within three years

Join our Team! NMC Health offers a family friendly environment with the latest technology and a knowledgeable staff. Here you'll find all departments work together as a team to live out our core values: respect, excellence, service, transparency, and trust.