Social Worker II

Baptist Health System

20 days ago

Jacksonville, FloridaFull TimeSocial Work

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Baptist Health System, Inc. as a Social Worker II – Jacksonville in United States.

Key Responsibilities

provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Baptist Health System, Inc. as a Social Worker II – Jacksonville.

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentDischarge planningCounselingUtilization reviewPatient advocacyCase managementReferral coordinationHome health coordinationDME coordinationPatient placementEmotional support

Requirements

The role requires a professional capable of managing patient transfers, placements, and referrals to community services. Candidates must be able to provide counseling and support to improve patient functioning within a healthcare setting.

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Position Insights

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at Baptist 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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida.

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial assessment, Discharge planning, Counseling, Utilization review, Patient advocacy, Case management, Referral coordination, Home health coordination. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker II assesses patient psychosocial needs and provides services to enhance emotional well-being and access to community resources. They are also responsible for discharge planning, coordinating home health services, and assisting with utilization review activities.

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