Medical Social Worker, BSW
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WeekdayDoc + BLS OES 2024 · CA adjusted
22% above median for Social Worker in CA
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join San Ysidro Health as a Medical Social Worker – No Nights, No Weekends in San Diego County, California.
Key Responsibilities
- relate with physicians, nurses, patients, internal departments, outside agencies, and the public. Demonstrate customer
- focused service skills. Knowledge of HMO and Waiver program regulations related to eligibility
Requirements
- economic status. Passion for service. Self
- employment requirements include I
- 9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre
- employment PPDs.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $71,594 - $92,144
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with San Ysidro Health in San Diego County, California.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Medical Social Worker, BSW at San Ysidro Health a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Social Work — Physician Career Context
This Social Work position at San Ysidro Health is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
San Ysidro Health lists compensation for this physician position at $72k to $92k annually.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in San Diego, California.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($72k–$92k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Case Management, Psychosocial Assessment, Discharge Planning, Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Patient Advocacy, Clinical Documentation, Interdisciplinary Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: Develop and monitor treatment plans for HCBA Waiver Program participants to ensure health, safety, and well-being. Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments, case management, and referrals to community resources for high-risk populations.
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, CME Allowance, Loan Repayment Eligible (FQHC). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
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