Job Description
The Adult Oncology Social Worker reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
- Completes social history, psychological assessment with each patient and activity, and participates in the interdisciplinary care plan and team meetings.
- Assists patients and families with personal, economic and environmental difficulties.
- Assesses and assists patient and families with available community resources.
- Utilizes expertise and problem solving skills to achieve optimal clinical outcomes within effective resources and timeframe.
There is a $2,500 sign-on bonus available for this position for external candidates and candidates who have not worked at NM within the last year. Internal candidates and rehires within the last year are ineligible.
Qualifications
Required:
- 2 to 3 years experience in medical social work role in an acute hospital setting or agency
- Must have prior experience in Oncology
- MSW
- LSW
Preferred:
- 5 years oncology experience
- LIC LCSW
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
