Mid Level Inpatient Social Worker Jobs
Mid level inpatient social worker jobs go to clinicians ready to own complex cases independently, mentor newer staff, and shape care coordination decisions with minimal supervision. Openings are predominantly on-site across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like Optum, UW Health, and Sutter Health hiring at this level now.
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Overview:
Job Description Summary:
Provides accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM diagnoses, procedure codes, and proper APR-DRG grouping for pediatric inpatient and interim accounts. Required to meet daily metrics for quality and quantity.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Codes 20-25 inpatient charts or 8-10 interim inpatient accounts per day and meets 95% quality.
- Strives to meet weekly coding deadlines and complete all inpatient accounts within the 5-day bill hold period.
- Properly assigns principal and all secondary diagnoses as appropriate.
- Directly influences hospital reimbursement by using appropriate tools to determine APR-DRG.
- Works extensively with CAC (computer-assisted coding) engine and validates codes identified.
- Collaborates and communicates effectively on coding mismatches and follow-ups.
- Utilizes professional associations, Libman, and other resources to familiarize self with new diagnoses, procedures, and coding guidelines.
Education Requirement:
- As required by listed licensure and/or certification requirement.
- Graduate of Health Information Technology program, preferred.
Certifications:
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), required.
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) within 48 months of hire, required.
Experience:
- Five years of experience as an Inpatient APR-DRG coder in a free-standing pediatric hospital or combination of related experience, required.
- Experience working with CDI team, required.
- Epic experience, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking
FREQUENTLY: (none specified)
CONTINUOUSLY: Computer skills, Decision Making, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Overview:
Job Description Summary:
Provides accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM diagnoses, procedure codes, and proper APR-DRG grouping for pediatric inpatient and interim accounts. Required to meet daily metrics for quality and quantity.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Codes 20-25 inpatient charts or 8-10 interim inpatient accounts per day and meets 95% quality.
- Strives to meet weekly coding deadlines and complete all inpatient accounts within the 5-day bill hold period.
- Properly assigns principal and all secondary diagnoses as appropriate.
- Directly influences hospital reimbursement by using appropriate tools to determine APR-DRG.
- Works extensively with CAC (computer-assisted coding) engine and validates codes identified.
- Collaborates and communicates effectively on coding mismatches and follow-ups.
- Utilizes professional associations, Libman, and other resources to familiarize self with new diagnoses, procedures, and coding guidelines.
Education Requirement:
- As required by listed licensure and/or certification requirement.
- Graduate of Health Information Technology program, preferred.
Certifications:
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), required.
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) within 48 months of hire, required.
Experience:
- Five years of experience as an Inpatient APR-DRG coder in a free-standing pediatric hospital or combination of related experience, required.
- Experience working with CDI team, required.
- Epic experience, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking
FREQUENTLY: (none specified)
CONTINUOUSLY: Computer skills, Decision Making, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
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Mid Level Inpatient Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level inpatient social worker job?
Position your experience around independent caseload management, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration rather than just hours logged. Highlight specific outcomes you drove, such as reduced readmission rates or crisis interventions you led without supervision. Tailor your resume to show clinical depth in a specific population, whether pediatric, geriatric, or behavioral health, and demonstrate familiarity with utilization review and documentation standards employers at this level expect.
Which companies hire mid level inpatient social workers?
Companies hiring mid level inpatient social workers right now include Optum, UW Health, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to concentrate among large health systems, academic medical centers, and regional hospital networks that need clinicians capable of functioning independently within busy inpatient units.
Are there remote mid level inpatient social worker jobs?
Yes, though most inpatient social work remains tied to a physical care setting by nature. About 42% of mid level inpatient social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these typically involve utilization review, telephonic care management, or transitional care coordination roles that extend inpatient work into post-discharge planning without requiring constant bedside presence.
How do I move up to a mid level inpatient social worker role?
Moving from entry level into mid level inpatient social work requires building a record of independent clinical judgment across a consistent patient population. Focus on taking ownership of full discharge planning cycles, volunteering for complex cases, and contributing to interdisciplinary team decisions. Earning a clinical licensure upgrade, such as moving from an associate to a full clinical license, and demonstrating measurable impact in outcomes like length-of-stay reduction signals readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level inpatient social workers?
Mid Level inpatient social worker roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive mid level hiring because their patient volumes, regulatory compliance requirements, and care complexity demand social workers who can operate independently and manage high-acuity cases without close supervision.