Remote Medical Social Worker Jobs
Remote medical social worker jobs are open at remote-first firms and distributed healthcare teams across the U.S., with demand concentrated in telehealth, managed care, and behavioral health organizations. Employers hiring remotely right now include Premier Home health Providers, Best Hospice Providers, and Best Home Health Providers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Best Home Health Providers Inc., we've gone from treating 10 patients to thousands of patients all throughout the Bay Area and beyond in just 6 years. We've won awards for our high-quality care with patients and continue to grow rapidly. At Best, you and the patients aren't a number.
Our mission is to ensure a smooth transition for patients returning home from medical facilities by offering expert guidance throughout their recovery journey. As a Medical Social Worker with Best Home Health Providers, you will shape how we care for patients in their homes, mentor a team of social workers, and help set the standard for compassionate, high-quality service across our organization.
If you love the clinical side of social work and are ready to step into leadership—or grow the leadership skills you already have—we’d love to meet you.
Please note that this role is per diem with a rate of $100 - $120 per visit.
Responsibilities- Lead daily operations of our social services team, including policies, procedures, and care coordination with other clinical providers
- Recruit, onboard, and mentor social workers—providing clinical supervision, observing practice, and supporting their professional growth
- Oversee assessment, planning, and evaluation of social services care, and ensure clinical documentation meets state, federal, and ACHC standards
- Partner with the Executive Director on the annual department budget and resource planning
- Build strong knowledge of community resources and connect patients and referral sources to the right support
- Plan in-service training and continuing education to keep the team’s skills sharp
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and help identify new ways to better serve our patients
- Perform other duties as required for patient services
Requirements
- A Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
- An active California license as an LCSW
- At least 3 years of management experience, preferably in home care
- Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, ACHC standards, and business operations
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with patients, families, staff, and the community
- A self-directed, organized, and flexible approach—you take initiative and work well with others
Benefits
- Flexible Schedule
- Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance If Interested
- Paid Sick Days
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Skills Training & Development
- Company Social Events
- Mileage Reimbursement for Patient to Patient Visits
- Referral Bonus
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Who's Hiring
- Premier Home health Providers15P
- Best Hospice Providers4B
- Best Home Health Providers3
- Unicity Care Management1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote medical social worker jobs.
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Current state social work licensure (LSW, LCSW, or equivalent)
- Experience with discharge planning and care coordination in clinical settings
- Proficiency with electronic health records platforms such as Epic or Meditech
- Knowledge of community resources, insurance systems, and benefits navigation
- BLS or CPR certification required by many hospital and acute care employers
Tips for Your Remote Medical Social Worker Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote medical social worker openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your licensure and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Prove you can manage cases asynchronously
Remote employers want to see that you document and follow up on cases without prompting. Note in your application materials how you handle care coordination through secure messaging, EHR notes, and scheduled video check-ins rather than in-person contact.
Get licensed in multiple states before applying
Many remote medical social worker roles require licensure in the state where the patient is located, not where you live. Pursuing compact licensure or adding one or two additional state licenses puts you in front of employers who serve patients across state lines.
Show written communication as a clinical skill
Remote hiring managers read your cover letter and any work samples as direct evidence of how you will communicate with patients and care teams. Clear, concise written case summaries or a brief statement of your remote documentation process signal readiness for distributed work.
Remote Medical Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote medical social worker job?
Target employers that already run distributed clinical and care coordination teams, such as telehealth platforms, managed care organizations, and virtual behavioral health companies. Remote hiring managers screen for strong written communication, self-directed case management, and comfort with EHR systems and video conferencing tools. Candidates who can show they have closed cases independently and documented outcomes without in-person supervision stand out.
Which companies hire remote medical social workers?
Employers currently hiring remote medical social workers include Premier Home health Providers, Best Hospice Providers, and Best Home Health Providers, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote medical social worker openings tend to concentrate at telehealth platforms, managed care organizations, and distributed behavioral health networks that coordinate patient care across multiple states.
Can you get a remote medical social worker job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage cases and communicate with patients independently from day one. Telehealth companies and large managed care organizations occasionally post remote roles for candidates finishing a clinical practicum. Showing documented case notes, strong written communication, and familiarity with virtual care tools can substitute for years of post-graduate experience.
Do you need a degree for remote medical social worker jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote medical social worker roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, and clinical positions typically require a master's degree along with state licensure. Remote employers weigh your ability to manage caseloads independently and document outcomes clearly, so demonstrated clinical skills and licensure matter as much as the credential itself.
Which industries hire the most remote medical social workers?
Remote medical social worker roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire remotely because their care coordination and patient support functions can be delivered effectively through telehealth platforms and distributed clinical teams.
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