Social Worker - Geriatric Psych

This Geriatrics position at MultiCare 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.

Nationally, Geriatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $250k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $330k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

MultiCare Health System lists compensation for this physician position at $39k to $62k annually.

This is approximately 80% below the national median for Geriatrics professionals, which is around $250k.

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 Auburn, Washington.

Washington 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.

Key skills and qualifications: Analysis, Interpretation, Interpersonal Skills, Assessment Tools, Data Gathering, Service Coordination, Social Work, Emotional Assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Geriatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker is responsible for assisting participants and their families with personal and environmental issues that may cause illness or prevent them from remaining in their home environment. This involves administering assessments, interviewing families to determine social work needs, coordi...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Benefits, Paid Time Off, Tuition Assistance, Employee Assistance Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.