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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for healthcare social workers in the United States is $78,890.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectHealthcare Social WorkersMedical Social Workers
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW or MSW), licensureBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW or MSW), licensure
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community health settingsHospitals, rehabilitation centers, hospice care
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities, public health agenciesHospitals, specialized medical facilities
Job FocusPatient support, resource coordination, counselingPatient counseling, discharge planning, emotional support

Healthcare Social Workers and Medical Social Workers often share similar credentials and work environments, primarily in healthcare settings. The main difference lies in their focus areas: healthcare social workers provide broader support across various health services, while medical social workers specialize in patient care within medical facilities. Both roles aim to improve patient outcomes through counseling and resource management.

What does a healthcare social worker do in healthcare?

A healthcare social worker helps patients and their families understand and navigate medical treatments, coordinate care, and access community resources. They assess patients' social and emotional needs, provide counseling, and collaborate with healthcare teams to support patient well-being.
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Infographic showing various Healthcare Social Workers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,890 per year, or $37.9 per hour.

Palliative Care Social Worker, Per Diem (Temple University Hospital)

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Per diem

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

The Palliative Care Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment and evidenced based psycho-social intervention for palliative care patients and their families. A member of the Palliative Care interdisciplinary team, Palliative Care Social Workers utilize their skills and knowledge of person-centered system based clinical skills to alleviate stress associated with serious illness and end of life care. Palliative Care Social Workers provide specialty bereavement and grief interventions to patients, families, and staff across the healthcare system. Education Master's Degree Accredited School of Social Work Required Experience 2 years of experience providing Palliative Care or End of Life care Preferred 2 years of social work experience in a medical setting Preferred Licenses PA Social Worker License Preferred PA Clinical Social Worker Lic Preferred
Your Tomorrow is Here!
Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!
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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Temple University Hospital is a nationally respected teaching hospital on Temple University's bustling Health Sciences Center campus. The hospital provides a comprehensive array of healthcare services both basic and complex to patients from around the corner, across the country and around the world. As the chief clinical training site for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, the hospital provides a dynamic environment for high-quality care, teaching, and cutting edge research.

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