Lowell General Hospital
Emergency Department (ED) Social Worker
Lowell General Hospital, Lowell, Massachusetts, us, 01854
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network,
Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
We are seeking a
MSW Emergency Department Social Worker with LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC -
This role is eligible for a Sign on Bonus This role will be situated in the Emergency Department of Lowell General Hospital
Why Join Us?
At Tufts Medicine -
Lowell General Hospital , we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare.
We combine academic innovation with compassion and community.
If that excites you, then you belong with us.
What We Offer!
Competitive salaries & benefits Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one 403(b) Retirement with company match Tuition Reimbursement Free on-site parking Opportunities for career growth
Job Overview This position
provides
a range of clinical social work services to patients/clients and families in inpatient, ambulatory and community settings
utilizing
individual, family or group modalities and practicing within the guidelines of professional social work ethics and standards.
Participate
s
in multi-discipline case
conferences
.
Consult with agency care providers
regarding
social service needs of clients and families.
Location:
Lowell General Hospital
Emergency Department- 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA Hours:
40 hours days - 8:30a - 5:00p (with rotating weekends every 6 - 7 weeks)
Minimum Qualifications
: 1.
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution
. 2.
Licensed
Clinical Social Worker (L
CSW). 3.
One
(1
) year
of related experience
.
Preferred Qualifications
: 1.
Three (3) years of related experience.
Duties & Responsibilities As a Social Worker here at Lowell General, you will: Assesses selected cases within a defined patient population to evaluate for potential psychosocial barriers to quality patient outcomes and timely, safe, and appropriate discharges
Work with individuals who may have substance abuse, mental health conditions, or housing instability
Intervene in situations where the treatment plan can be significantly impacted by providing the patient/family with support and counseling regarding social, emotional, and/or financial issues.
Work collaboratively with a healthcare team
Focus on connecting patients and their families to resources in the community
Assist hospital staff dealing with cases of abuse and neglect and report cases to appropriate
agencies/authorities.
About Lowell General: For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Magnet Designation: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with
Magnet Recognition
for excellence in nursing care, our
four
th
designation achieved in March 2025!
The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.
Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
We are seeking a
MSW Emergency Department Social Worker with LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC -
This role is eligible for a Sign on Bonus This role will be situated in the Emergency Department of Lowell General Hospital
Why Join Us?
At Tufts Medicine -
Lowell General Hospital , we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare.
We combine academic innovation with compassion and community.
If that excites you, then you belong with us.
What We Offer!
Competitive salaries & benefits Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one 403(b) Retirement with company match Tuition Reimbursement Free on-site parking Opportunities for career growth
Job Overview This position
provides
a range of clinical social work services to patients/clients and families in inpatient, ambulatory and community settings
utilizing
individual, family or group modalities and practicing within the guidelines of professional social work ethics and standards.
Participate
s
in multi-discipline case
conferences
.
Consult with agency care providers
regarding
social service needs of clients and families.
Location:
Lowell General Hospital
Emergency Department- 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA Hours:
40 hours days - 8:30a - 5:00p (with rotating weekends every 6 - 7 weeks)
Minimum Qualifications
: 1.
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution
. 2.
Licensed
Clinical Social Worker (L
CSW). 3.
One
(1
) year
of related experience
.
Preferred Qualifications
: 1.
Three (3) years of related experience.
Duties & Responsibilities As a Social Worker here at Lowell General, you will: Assesses selected cases within a defined patient population to evaluate for potential psychosocial barriers to quality patient outcomes and timely, safe, and appropriate discharges
Work with individuals who may have substance abuse, mental health conditions, or housing instability
Intervene in situations where the treatment plan can be significantly impacted by providing the patient/family with support and counseling regarding social, emotional, and/or financial issues.
Work collaboratively with a healthcare team
Focus on connecting patients and their families to resources in the community
Assist hospital staff dealing with cases of abuse and neglect and report cases to appropriate
agencies/authorities.
About Lowell General: For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Magnet Designation: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with
Magnet Recognition
for excellence in nursing care, our
four
th
designation achieved in March 2025!
The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.