Healthcare Social Workers Jobs Pay in Louisiana, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $32.08 – $35.29
Average Annual Pay
Range: $66,726 – $73,399
How much do Healthcare Social Workers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$28.63/hr
Range: $27.27 – $30.00
Annual Rate
$59,554
Range: $56,717 – $62,389
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.68/hr
Range: $32.08 – $35.29
Annual Rate
$70,063
Range: $66,726 – $73,399
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$38.73/hr
Range: $36.89 – $40.58
Annual Rate
$80,572
Range: $76,735 – $84,409
Healthcare Social Workers job description
Healthcare Social Workers professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
