Medical Social Worker (MSW) Acute Care Hospital - MSW#001

Medical Social Worker (MSW)

• Acute Care Hospital
• MSW#001 NavitasPartners
• 4.0 Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time | Contract $50
• $55 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Master's degree in social work Master of Social Work Patient assessment Social work Discharge planning Acute care Care coordination Full Job Description Medical Social Worker (MSW)

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Acute Care Hospital Location:

Burbank, California Facility Type:

Acute Care Hospital Contract Length:

13 Weeks Schedule Day Shift | 5x8-Hour Shifts 8:00 AM

• 4:30

PM Weekend Rotation:

Typically 1 full weekend every 4 weeks based on department needs Orientation 40 Hours (Non-Billable) Position Overview A respected acute care hospital in Burbank, California is seeking an experienced and compassionate Medical Social Worker (MSW) for a 13-week contract assignment. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in acute care social work and discharge planning who is committed to supporting patients and families through complex healthcare transitions. The Medical Social Worker will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered continuity of care. Key Responsibilities Conduct psychosocial assessments for patients and families Coordinate discharge planning and post-acute care services Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams Assist patients with access to community resources, financial assistance, and support programs Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and counseling as needed Advocate for patient needs and continuity of care throughout hospitalization Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with facility standards Participate in patient care planning meetings and educational initiatives Ensure adherence to hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and social work standards Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required Minimum 2 years of acute care medical social work experience required Previous discharge planning experience required Active California Social Work License required Pending California license accepted, but must be active prior to start date First-time contract professionals accepted with successful screening Strong communication, assessment, crisis management, and care coordination skills required For more details contact at or Call / Text at 516-862-1169. About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.