Clinical Social Worker 2 - Medicine

Job description

**$5,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by May 31, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply** The Clinical Social Worker (MSW) provides direct patient and family support while coordinating psychosocial services across the cardiology, vascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery service lines. This role supports individuals with advanced heart failure therapies—including ventricular assist devices (VADs), chronic inotropic therapy, and heart transplantation—as well as patients undergoing complex surgical interventions such as lung transplantation and other major cardiothoracic or vascular procedures. The Clinical Social Worker conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develops treatment plans aligned with the interdisciplinary care plan. Responsibilities include providing evidence‑based psychosocial interventions; offering education to patients, families, staff, and social work students; and addressing the unique emotional, logistical, and social challenges associated with advanced cardiac and thoracic care. This work encompasses the continuum of care for patients receiving Heart/Lung/VAD implantation, chronic inotrope therapy, vascular surgical treatment, and cardiothoracic su...