Medical Social Worker

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Medical Social Worker at Ascension a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This Social Work position at Ascension 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.

Ascension lists compensation for this physician position at $70k to $102k annually.

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Case management, Patient assessment, Discharge planning, Social services, Home care coordination, Documentation, Treatment planning, Resource referral. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Medical Social Worker will interview patients to assess needs and coordinate care plans with multidisciplinary teams. They are responsible for managing discharge planning, home care referrals, and connecting families with community resources.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage, HSA/FSA Options, 403(b) with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.