Social Worker (LSW) - Full Time - Days - 8AM-4PM - Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, NJ

This Social Work position at Atlantic Health System 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.

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.

This position is based in Newton, New Jersey.

Key skills and qualifications: Discharge planning, Case management, Therapeutic counseling, Acute care, Social work, Patient support, Clinical documentation, Crisis intervention. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker is responsible for discharge planning within an acute care hospital setting. They also provide supportive and therapeutic counseling to patients and their families.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage, Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match, PTO & Paid Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave, Well-Being Rewards. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.