Healthcare Social Workers Jobs Pay in Merced, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $39.49 – $43.44
Average Annual Pay
Range: $82,139 – $90,353
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
$35.24/hr
Range: $33.57 – $36.92
Annual Rate
$73,309
Range: $69,818 – $76,800
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.46/hr
Range: $39.49 – $43.44
Annual Rate
$86,246
Range: $82,139 – $90,353
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.68/hr
Range: $45.41 – $49.96
Annual Rate
$99,183
Range: $94,460 – $103,906
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
