Social Worker

This Social Work position at Mount Desert Island Hospital 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 Mount Desert Island, Maine.

Key skills and qualifications: Social work, Care coordination, Motivational interviewing, Advocacy, Mental health support, Discharge planning, Case management, Crisis intervention. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Integrated Care Team Social Worker coordinates quality healthcare services to meet individual medical, rehabilitative, and financial needs. They provide emotional and mental health support while helping community members overcome social determinants of health barriers.

Benefits package: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Identity Theft Protection Program, Matching Retirement Plan, Ample Paid Time Off, Wellness Program with Reimbursement Incentives, Tuition Reimbursement, Continuing Education Benefits, Sign-on Bonus (possible). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.