Medical Social Worker

Job overview

The Medical Social Worker position is onsite in Burbank, CA, with a day schedule of 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, five 8-hour shifts, and 40 hours per week. The posting lists weekly pay of $2,000–$2,440, depending on local or travel status. The role provides medical social work services in an acute care hospital. The social worker assesses psychosocial needs, coordinates discharge and post-acute care plans, connects patients with community resources, and addresses barriers to safe discharge. Collaboration with healthcare staff and support for patients and families contribute to coordinated care and transitions from the hospital.

What you'll do

• Perform psychosocial assessments
• develop and coordinate discharge plans
• assist with post-acute care planning
• connect patients with community resources
• identify and address barriers to safe discharge
• coordinate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare staff
• support patients and families
• maintain accurate clinical documentation
• participate in interdisciplinary care planning.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical social worker

burbank ca

compu-vision west

full-time

$2,000–$2,440/week

acute care

discharge planning

psychosocial assessment

care coordination

community resources

msw required

day schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

13-week assignment; local weekly pay is $2,000–$2,100 and travel weekly pay is $2,340–$2,440. First-time travelers are accepted with additional screening.

About the employer

Compu-Vision - West is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.