Oncology Social Worker

Job Description :

This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Valley MedicalCenter and will be narrowed during the interview process based on several factors, including (but not limited to) the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

Cancer Services Job Description

Oncology Social Worker

The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.

TITLE : Oncology Social Worker

ROLE : See job description for Clinical Partner for generic job duties.

AREA OF ASSIGNMENT : Outpatient Cancer Services - all patient care areas

RESPONSIBLE TO : Manager Oncology Outreach

PREREQUISITES :

Minimum of one-year health care experience in oncology setting or equivalent.

QUALIFICATIONS;

Effective communication / interpersonal skills in a diverse population.

Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with an interdisciplinary team and assist in coordinating care to patients and families from a variety of backgrounds and with varied emotional and medical needs.

Able to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.

Able to set priorities, produce accurate work, and meet deadlines.

Able to function in a setting with a wide variety of duties and numerous interruptions.

Knowledge of community resources and how to access them effectively and efficiently.

Neat and well groomed appearance.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING CONDITIONS : See Generic Job Description for Clinical Partner

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

Generic Job Functions : See Generic Job Description for Clinical Partner

Unique Job Functions :

Interview patients and their families to assess psychosocial needs relevant to medical issues and planning.

Provide one to one casework counseling and crisis intervention as needed.

Contact relevant community agencies to increase knowledge of services available for patients and families.

Provide information to patients / families regarding community resources.

Make referrals to community agencies and assure appropriate care and support for patients and families.

Conduct screenings of high-risk patients referred by staff to determine services needed.

Provide consultation to physicians and multidisciplinary staff regarding patient care needs and disposition.

Work collaboratively with Medical Center Social Workers and Case Managers to assure timely, successful, and safe discharges.

Provide direct patient care and coordination as required / appropriate.

Collect and report statistics as requested.

Maintains confidentiality of all accessible patient financial or medical records information.

Demonstrates the awareness of the importance of cost containment for the department. Provide suggestions regarding process or quality improvement opportunities to department manager.

Actively participate in the Medical Center's Cancer Committee and other committees, as appropriate.

Perform all job functions in a manner consistent with VMC's cultural expectations defined as Valley Values. These characteristics include quality performance, demonstrating compassion, respect, teamwork, community-centered awareness and innovation.

Other duties as assigned to facilitate accurate, timely patient account management.

Date rev : 2 / 16

Grade : NC09

FLSA : E

Cost Center : #LI-Hybrid

Job Qualifications : PREREQUISITES :

Minimum of one-year health care experience in oncology setting or equivalent.

QUALIFICATIONS;

Effective communication / interpersonal skills in a diverse population.

Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with an interdisciplinary team and assist in coordinating care to patients and families from a variety of backgrounds and with varied emotional and medical needs.

Able to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.

Able to set priorities, produce accurate work, and meet deadlines.

Able to function in a setting with a wide variety of duties and numerous interruptions.

Knowledge of community resources and how to access them effectively and efficiently.

Neat and well groomed appearance.