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Family Medicine Social Worker

Job in Odessa, Ector County, Texas, 79767, USA
Listing for: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-13
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Community Health, Health Education & Promotion, Mental Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 52000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for providing social services to patients and their families by assisting them with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Persons in this position work closely with physicians and nursing staff to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. They also serve as a resource referral service in advising patients and their families about available community resources.

Position

Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for providing social services to patients and their families by assisting them with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Persons in this position work closely with physicians and nursing staff to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. They also serve as a resource referral service in advising patients and their families about available community resources.

Major/Essential

Functions
  • Provide social services to patients and their families by assisting them with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care.
  • Work closely with physicians and nursing staff to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem.
  • Serve as a resourse referral service in advising patients and their families about available community resources.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education
  • Licensed or eligible for license as a Social Worker by the Council on Social Work Education.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
  • Experience dealing with public.
  • Experience coordinating work with others, including providing direction, instruction, or supervision as assigned.
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and a demonstrated history of safe driving.
Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

  • Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
  • Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
  • Retirement Plans
  • Wellness Programs
  • Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay

Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app
4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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