Travel Social Worker Medical Social Worker Job

Introduction
Step into a pivotal role as a Medical Social Worker in California’s charming Lodi area, where your expertise will illuminate patient paths through complex healthcare journeys and strengthen families navigating difficult choices. This role invites you to transform care with empathy, strategic care coordination, and a commitment to holistic well-being. In Lodi, you’ll join a community known for warmth, resilience, and a genuine sense of place—a setting that supports your professional growth while you make a meaningful difference. And, beyond the hospital walls, California’s diverse landscapes await your exploration—from quiet wine-country evenings in nearby towns to dramatic coastlines and redwood forests nearby. The opportunity here blends impactful work with the beauty and culture of the state you serve.

Location Benefits
Lodi offers a welcoming, family-friendly environment with a tight-knit healthcare community and easy access to the broader networks of the Central Valley and Northern California. Working in this locale means shorter commutes, strong collaboration with local schools and social services, and the chance to build deep connections with patients and families. You’ll experience California’s renowned weather, vibrant farmers’ markets, and the rich wineries that give the region its character. For professionals drawn to variety, this assignment also opens possibilities to work in other locations across the U.S., enriching your practice with different patient populations, healthcare settings, and community resources. Expect exposure to a range of case types, from acute hospital discharge planning to community-based support, all while enjoying the advantages of a location that emphasizes work-life balance and access to outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and regional events.

Role Specifics and Benefits
- Key responsibilities: Conduct psychosocial assessments, identify barriers to care, coordinate discharge planning and post-acute services, and connect patients and families with community resources. Provide counseling to patients facing chronic illness, end-of-life issues, or trauma, with a focus on culturally competent, person-centered care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, document care activities, and advocate for patients’ social determinants of health needs. Support families with education, crisis intervention, and referrals to housing, financial assistance, and transportation programs. Engage in ongoing professional development to expand expertise in medical social work specialties and evidence-based practices.
- Professional growth: Access mentorship from experienced clinicians, pursue targeted CE opportunities, and explore potential pathways toward advanced practice roles within medical social work. The position supports skill-building in areas such as palliative care, case management, behavioral health integration, and trauma-informed care, empowering you to widen your impact across settings.
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a competitive weekly pay range of $2,020–$2,150, with additional bonus structures where applicable, housing assistance to ease relocation, and opportunities to extend the assignment for continuity of care and career momentum. You may also qualify for occasion-based incentives and support for continuing education that aligns with your clinical interests.
- Comprehensive support: Receive 24/7 assistance from our dedicated travel and support team, ensuring you have around-the-clock resources while you’re on assignment. Our program is designed to keep you connected, informed, and confident as you travel, with help for onboarding, housing logistics, and seamless transition between sites.
- Work rhythm and schedule: This is a multi-week assignment designed to fit the staffing needs of partner facilities, offering flexibility in scheduling within the frame of patient-centered care and team partnerships. Hours and shifts are determined in collaboration with site leadership, with emphasis on sustainable practice and professional well-being.

Company Values
Our company is built on empowering healthcare professionals to advance their careers within a supportive, collaborative culture. We prioritize transparent communication, recognition of expertise, and opportunities for ongoing development. You’ll join a community that values your contributions, respects your professional judgment, and invests in creating a positive, inclusive work environment where career growth aligns with patient outcomes.

Call to Action
If you’re ready to apply your social work expertise in a dynamic multi-site environment, this is your moment. March 9, 2026 marks a strong starting point for a role that blends meaningful clinical impact with the richness of California and broader travel opportunities across the U.S. Embrace the chance to grow, to mentor others, and to shape compassionate care for diverse patient populations—while enjoying the support, benefits, and extension possibilities that accompany a partnership designed to honor your professional development. Ready to join a company that values your dedication and elevates your practice? Apply now and begin a journey that combines purpose, progression, and location-rich living.

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

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection

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Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay


• Fast credentialing


• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support


• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement

TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.