Oncology Outpatient Social Worker

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! Work Shift: 8:30am-5pm. No on-call. Infrequent participation in early evening or weekend programs; up to 2 time per month (subject to dept needs with prior notice). Will be discussed more during interview process. This position will be remote after 90-day review.

Requirements

• Graduate of an Institution certified by the Council of Social Work Education with a Master's degree in social work.
• (LMSW) LIC MASTER SOCIAL WORKER by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. Temporary license is acceptable during first 90 days of employment Upon Hire and
• (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT BCLS is required however, not required in Transplant Departments Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• 2 years post-graduate experience in Medical Setting can include Inpatient, Outpatient, Home Health Care, Hospice, etc.
• Oncology experience preferred
• LMSW mandatory; Other relevant certifications and licensures include LCSW, OSW-C, and CCM

Responsibilities

• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and proactively determines patient needs for discharge transitions including transportation, DME, LTAC, SNF, home health agencies and hospice.
• Utilizes crisis intervention and problem solving skills to facilitate and enhance patient and family's ability to meet acute and ongoing medical and psychosocial needs.
• Demonstrates ongoing familiarity with community resources to facilitate positive patient and family outcomes agencies to assure appropriate client access.
• Maintains effective documentation including tracking and referral information; consistently meets department and UTSW documentation standards.
• Identifies and reports situations or cases to appropriate governmental agencies as legally required and in compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Serves as an active participant of the health care team, communicating effectively with other health care providers, patients, families, other hospital personnel, and visitors.
• Identifies the need for professional growth and seeks appropriate development opportunities.
• Provides education to staff, patients and community resource affiliates.
• Maintains system for tracking placement of patients after discharge on monthly basis.
• Has knowledge of Department and Unit Performance Improvement program and is aware of expected participation. Identifies need for professional growth and seeks development opportunities.
• Provides education to staff, patients, and community resource affiliates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees