Social Worker - University Hospital

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Columbus, OhioFull TimeSocial Work

Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join The Ohio State University as a Social Worker – University Hospital in United States. Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.

Requirements

  • Qualifications Master of Social Work from an accredited Graduate School of Social Work; State of Ohio Social Work licensure (LSW).
  • A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
  • Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center.

Benefits & Compensation

  • 11 days PTO.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with The Ohio State University in United States.

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentMental health counselingCrisis interventionFinancial counselingDischarge planningHealth educationCase managementSubstance abuse assessmentDomestic violence assessmentPost acute care knowledgePASAAR processPatient advocacy

Key Responsibilities

The social worker provides psychosocial assessments, mental health counseling, and crisis intervention to patients and families. They also facilitate discharge planning and coordinate with community agencies to ensure safe transitions between care environments.
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker - University Hospital at Confidential Employer a 2.0 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.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at Confidential Employer 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.

Compensation Analysis

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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial assessment, Mental health counseling, Crisis intervention, Financial counseling, Discharge planning, Health education, Case management, Substance abuse assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The social worker provides psychosocial assessments, mental health counseling, and crisis intervention to patients and families. They also facilitate discharge planning and coordinate with community agencies to ensure safe transitions between care environments.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage, 11 Paid Holidays, State Retirement Plan, Generous Employer Contributions. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

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About Confidential Employer

Higher Education
Columbus, Ohio
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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
11 Paid Holidays
State Retirement Plan
Generous Employer Contributions
2.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Below Average

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

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