Social Worker - University Hospital

3 days ago
Columbus, OhioFull TimeSocial Work

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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 Wexner Medical Center as a Social Worker – University Hospital, Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio. Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site.

Benefits & Compensation

  • 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 Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentMental health counselingCrisis interventionDischarge planningHealth educationFinancial counselingSubstance abuse assessmentDomestic violence assessmentPASAAR processCare managementPatient advocacy

Key Responsibilities

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

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, Discharge planning, Health education, Financial counseling, Substance abuse assessment, Domestic violence 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 their families. They also manage discharge planning and coordinate with community agencies to ensure safe transitions between care environments.

Benefits package: Medical, dental, vision coverage, Paid time off (sick, vacation, 11 holidays), State retirement plan or alternative retirement plan with generous employer contributions. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Confidential Employer

Higher Education
Columbus, Ohio
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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off (sick, vacation, 11 holidays)
State retirement plan or alternative retirement plan with generous employer contributions

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

3d ago