Social Worker

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker at Good Shepherd Hospice a 4.0 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. 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 Good Shepherd 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.

This position is based in North Houston, 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: Medical social services, Patient assessment, Interdisciplinary team collaboration, Clinical documentation, Crisis intervention, Hospice care, Emotional support, Care planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker provides medical social services to hospice patients and their families, assessing emotional needs and coordinating care within an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for documenting clinical services, assisting with medical recommendations, and utilizing community resourc...