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How much do healthcare social workers jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 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.

What is the difference between Healthcare Social Workers vs Medical Social Workers?

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 is the role of a healthcare social worker?

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, 67% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 15% 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.

Healthcare Social Workers

Saratoga Medical Center

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Saratoga Medical is hiring a Social Worker in Tucson, AZ. Package includes competitive rate, paid time off and benefit options.

Saratoga Medical currently has an upcoming opportunity for a Social Worker in Tucson, AZ. This is a great full-time opportunity, 40 hours work week schedule, Monday to Friday. Please see the qualifications below and submit your resume if you are interested in being considered:


Requirements

  • DEA License
  • Board Certification if needed
  • NPDB printout
  • Tricare Sanctions
  • OIG report

These qualifications and skills enable social workers to provide effective, compassionate, and ethical support to individuals, families, and communities in various settings such as healthcare, schools, child welfare, mental health, and the criminal justice system.


Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW): Required for entry-level social work positions.

Master’s degree in social work (MSW): Required for advanced practice, clinical social work, and specialized fields like mental health, healthcare, or school social work


Licensing and Certification

Licensure: Varies by region but often includes exams to become a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

Certification: Some regions or fields may require additional certifications such as Certified Social Worker (CSW) or Clinical Social Worker certification

Field Experience


Skills

  • Expense reconciliation, project management/planning, timekeeping,
  • fellowship program management
  • Social Media, knowledge of the Federal
  • Travel Regulation
  • Meeting minutes/summary reports
  • Executive level support
  • Meeting coordination
  • Travel planning
  • Data analysis
  • Calendaring
  • Scheduling
  • Budget


Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discharge, compensation or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, religion, color, age (over age 39), sex, national origin, or on the basis of disability if the employee can perform the essential functions of the job, with a reasonable accommodation if necessary.