Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

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.

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
• LIC LCSW

Preferred:

• 5 years oncology experience

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.