Social Worker III - Ambulatory - 100%25
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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 University of Iowa as a Social Worker III – Ambulatory, M-F Schedule in Iowa City, IA.
Key Responsibilities
- The department intends to hire either a Social Worker II (requisition 26002732)) or a Social Worker III (26002741).
- Please apply to the specific position for which you meet the correct.
Requirements
- hour shifts between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, occasional evenings, weekend and holiday rotation. Pay Grade: https://hr. uiowa. edu/pay/pay
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No weekends required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Social Worker III - Ambulatory - 100%25 position at University of Iowa includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Social Work — Physician Career Context
This Social Work position at University of Iowa 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
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 Iowa City, Iowa.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Social work, Care coordination, Case management, Clinical assessment, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Psychosocial support, Patient advocacy, Treatment planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: The Social Worker provides direct clinical services, including assessments and treatment interventions, to facilitate patient care across the continuum. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address complex psychosocial issues and support program development.
Benefits package: Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
4d ago
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