Social Worker Hospice PRN

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker Hospice PRN at Altus Hospice a 4.2 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 Altus Hospice 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.

Altus Hospice lists compensation for this physician position at $30k to $37k annually.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $37000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Laredo, Texas.

Texas 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: Social Work, Hospice Care, Patient Advocacy, Counseling, Psychosocial Assessment, Case Management, End-of-life Care, Interdisciplinary Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The social worker will provide compassionate counseling and psychosocial support to hospice patients and their families. They will also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Career Path Program, 15 days PTO, 10 Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Certification Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.