Healthcare Social Workers Jobs Pay in New Jersey
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $37.88 – $43.52
Average Annual Pay
Range: $78,790 – $90,522
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
$34.93/hr
Range: $32.20 – $36.99
Annual Rate
$72,653
Range: $66,972 – $76,944
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.09/hr
Range: $37.88 – $43.52
Annual Rate
$85,474
Range: $78,790 – $90,522
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.25/hr
Range: $43.56 – $50.05
Annual Rate
$98,295
Range: $90,609 – $104,100
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
