Social Worker

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker at Astera Health a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Social Work position at Astera 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.

Astera Health lists compensation for this physician position at $57k to $85k annually.

This position is based in United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Social work, Discharge planning, Patient care, Case management, Cross-cultural sensitivity, Communication skills, Customer service, Utilization review. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker serves as an integral part of the patient care team, facilitating discharge planning and coordinating referrals for community-based services. They also assist in organizing support groups and managing swing bed referrals while ensuring patient self-determination.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.