Medical Social Worker MSW - Per Diem
Listed compensation
from $65/hr
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Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
For over 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, dedicated to enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting their independence.
We offer a collaborative, compassionate work environment where every team member is valued and equipped to succeed. Join a team that prioritizes growth, open communication, and the tools you need to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
Location: Las Vegas Northeast and Northwest
Responsibilities
- Assess social and emotional needs related to the patient’s health
- Support physicians and clinical team members with psychosocial insights
- Participate in care planning (Plan of Care / POC)
- Observe, document, and report community resource needs
- Educate patients and families on available community services
- Provide counseling and guidance to patients and caregivers
- Utilize and coordinate appropriate community resources
Assist with Discharge Planning
Participate in in‑service training and educational programs.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree from a Council on Social Work Education–accredited program
- Minimum 1 year of MSW experience
- Strong physical stamina and mental health
- Pre‑employment health clearance (TB test/CXR as required by state)
- Able to read, follow instructions, and accurately document care
- Self‑directed; able to work independently
- Current CPR certification
- Professional, patient, and flexible
- Excellent personal hygiene and communication skills
- Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle per Lorian Health requirements
- Able to verbally communicate in the patient’s language and document all care
Why Join Us?
We are committed to our employees' well-being, offering a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:
- Competitive salary and (EAP, 401(K) with 4% match)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee referral program and opportunities for growth and advancement
This position is based on a Pay per visit compensation model.
Pay per visit ranges from $65 to $85 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Medical Social Worker MSW - Per Diem at Lorian Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Social Work — ranked against 6,558 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc.
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 30% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$75k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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