Medical Social Worker Jobs in Texas

Medical Social Worker jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, inpatient rehabilitation, hospice and palliative care, and behavioral health across a range of levels from entry-level case managers to senior care coordinators. The largest hiring activity runs through Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where employers like Baylor Scott & White Health, Houston Methodist, and UT Health San Antonio maintain consistent openings for clinical and transitional care roles. Patient advocacy, discharge planning, and substance use counseling are the most in-demand specialties across Texas markets right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top employerFrontpoint Health
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring24
Work type80% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Arcy Hospice
Medical Social Worker - Hospice/PRN
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Medical Social Worker - Hospice/PRN
Arcy Hospice
Tarrant County, TX
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Master's degree
51-200

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Arcy Hospice
Medical Social Worker - Hospice/PRN
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Medical Social Worker - Hospice/PRN
Arcy Hospice
Denton County, TX
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Master's degree
51-200

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University of Texas at Austin
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Medical Specialties & Primary Care
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University of Texas at Austin
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Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Medical Specialties & Primary Care
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Texas Children's Hospital
Medical Social Worker PT/PD
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Texas Children's Hospital
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Medical Social Worker PT/PD
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Texas
Allied Health
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
5,001-10,000

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Medical Social Worker Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
7 jobs
Brady
3 jobs
Houston
3 jobs
The Woodlands
3 jobs
Bryan
2 jobs
Austin
2 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
San Antonio
2 jobs
Katy
1 job

Medical Social Worker Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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    Frontpoint Health10
  • Texas Children's Hospital
    Texas Children's Hospital5
  • Kona Medical Consulting
    Kona Medical Consulting4
  • Arcy Hospice
    Arcy Hospice2
  • Reliant at Home
    Reliant at Home2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical social worker jobs across Texas.

  • Active Texas LMSW or LCSW license issued by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners
  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required for most clinical positions
  • Experience with discharge planning, care coordination, or case management in a medical setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong knowledge of Texas community resources, Medicaid, and Medicare benefit structures
  • Bilingual Spanish-English communication skills preferred across many Texas health systems

Medical Social Worker Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical social worker in Texas?

To become a medical social worker in Texas, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and obtain licensure through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Most clinical roles require the Licensed Master Social Worker credential at minimum, with many hospital systems expecting or requiring a Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation, which involves supervised clinical hours and passage of the ASWB clinical exam.

Which companies hire medical social workers in Texas?

Employers hiring medical social workers in Texas right now include Frontpoint Health, Texas Children's Hospital, and Kona Medical Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, Veterans Affairs facilities, and county hospital districts are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.

Which Texas cities have the most medical social worker jobs?

Dallas, Brady, and Houston have the highest concentration of medical social worker openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of major medical centers, trauma facilities, and the Texas Medical Center, while Dallas and San Antonio support strong demand through large regional health systems, county hospital networks, and a substantial Veterans Affairs presence.

Are there remote medical social worker jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're uncommon. Medical social work is largely patient-facing and tied to hospital units, discharge planning floors, or community home visits, which limits remote work by nature. About 20% of medical social worker openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be telephonic case management or utilization review roles rather than direct clinical practice.

How can I get hired as a medical social worker in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a field placement or internship at a Texas hospital or hospice during your MSW program, then converting that into a hire. Baylor Scott & White Health and Houston Methodist both offer new-graduate social work fellowships and structured onboarding tracks. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like case management coordinator, patient advocate, or behavioral health technician often transition successfully. Holding an active LMSW license and demonstrating familiarity with Texas Medicaid and community referral systems gives applicants a clear edge in a competitive candidate pool.

Where can I find and apply to medical social worker jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to medical social worker jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Texas hospitals, health systems, and community organizations. Search the listings for roles that match your license level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.

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