Social Worker - CCBD

This Pediatrics position at Children’s National Hospital 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.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

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.

This position is based in Washington, District of Columbia.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Interpersonal Communication, Conflict Resolution, Discharge Planning, Patient Advocacy, Community Resource Linkage. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments and support for leukemia and lymphoma patients and their families throughout treatment and end-of-life care. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies to facilitate interventions and ensure continuity of care.