Travel Social Worker Medical Social Worker

Introduction

Step into a purpose-driven role as a Medical Social Worker in Owosso, Michigan, where your clinical empathy translates into tangible patient outcomes every day. In this contract, you will conduct thorough psychosocial assessments, coordinate resources across care teams, and advocate for patients and families navigating complex medical journeys from admission through discharge and beyond. Your expertise will bridge medical plans with real-world supports, ensuring dignity, continuity, and equity in every interaction.

This opportunity invites you to grow as a clinician while making a meaningful impact in a community that values service and compassionate care. Owosso offers a welcoming, affordable environment with a strong sense of community, where your insights can thrive alongside supportive colleagues and patients who appreciate thoughtful, patient-centered care.

Owosso sits in the heart of Michigan, providing a stable base with easy access to larger hubs like Lansing, Flint, and the broader Detroit metropolitan area, while preserving the warmth of a close-knit community. You’ll enjoy dependable scheduling, the security of guaranteed 40 hours per week, and competitive weekly pay, all supported by housing assistance and extensive onboarding resources.

• Lead comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients and families facing medical illness, identifying barriers to care, gaps in resources, and opportunities for advance care planning.
• Develop and implement discharge plans that align with medical goals, payer requirements, and community supports, coordinating with case managers, nurses, physicians, and therapists to ensure smooth transitions.
• Connect patients with needed services, including financial counseling, transportation, housing referrals, community resources, and caregiver support, while maintaining thorough documentation in electronic health records.
• Facilitate family meetings, mediate complex conversations, and advocate for patient preferences, cultural considerations, and ethical standards in care decisions.
• Monitor and reassess psychosocial risk factors, crisis situations, and social determinants of health to adapt plans and prevent rehospitalization.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, share best practices with interdisciplinary teams, and pursue opportunities for specialization within medical social work.
• Grow professionally through supervision, continuing education, and mentorship, with a clear pathway to expanded responsibilities and potential leadership roles within the care continuum.
• Benefit from a comprehensive support structure, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel and clinical support team.
• Enjoy competitive benefits that include a sign‑on bonus, housing assistance, and opportunities to lengthen contracts based on performance, clinical needs, and personal goals.

This assignment is designed for the start date of 01/19/2026, with a multi‑week duration aligned to clinical need and site demand. You will be scheduled for 40.0 hours per week, with a weekly pay range of $2,075 to $2,113. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process, and all terms may vary by site and assignment length.

Our organization is committed to empowering staff to advance their careers within a supportive, collaborative environment. We value integrity, compassionate patient engagement, continuous learning, and a culture that recognizes and rewards initiative and resilience.

If you’re ready to leverage your social work expertise in a setting that honors both clinical excellence and human connection, apply now to join a company that champions your growth and contributions.

The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.