We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every time.
St. Luke’s Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship St. Luke’s Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for “Outstanding Patient Experience” by HealthGrades.
Position Summary:
Responsible for the provision of social work/discharge planning services to patients in need of these services. Works in active partnership with the RN care manager, the disease manager and other disciplines to develop and implement a well-coordinated personalized plan to address patient needs across the continuum. The social worker assesses, plans and facilitates options and services to meet an individual's unique and complex needs. This is accomplished by addressing both the individual patient's medical and psychosocial needs, as well as the resources available. There is a continuing commitment to maximizing the quality of life for each patient and enhancing community health. Responsible for promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values.
Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:
Education: MSW in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Experience: Previous healthcare experience
License: Maintain current PPD, Licensed driver
Benefits for a Better You:
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Why You Belong Here:
You matter. We could not achieve our mission daily without the hands of our team. Our culture and compassion for our patients and team is a distinct reflection of our dynamic workforce. Each team member is focused on being part of something much bigger than themselves. Join our St. Luke’s family to be a part of making life better for our patients, their families, and one another.
St. Luke's Hospital is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider committed to improving the quality of life for its patients and the community. In its 150-year history, St. Luke's has grown from a single hospital location to an advanced network of care. It provides personalized healthcare services in over 60 specialty areas at its 493-bed hospital in Chesterfield, Mo. and offers 25 other locations across the greater St. Louis area, bringing quality healthcare services close to home. St. Luke's is nationally-recognized for quality care and consistently earns high patient satisfaction scores. In addition, St. Luke's is the exclusive St. Louis affiliate of the nation's No. 1 heart hospital, Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart & Vascular Institute.