Oncology Social Worker | Full Time 36hr | Days

Concord Hospital, Inc • Concord, NH

51d

About The Position

Provides consultation, assessment, referral and coordination of services for oncology outpatients and families with complex care needs involving multiple agencies, specialized resources, and other health care providers. Participates in program planning for the Cancer Center including support groups and educational programs.

Requirements

• Five to six years of formal training or education beyond the high school level (Masters of Social Work).
• Minimum two years medical social work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Out patient and/or oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients/families to determine psychosocial and socio-economic needs and identifies services and resources needed to adapt to a cancer diagnosis throughout the continuum of care.
• Ensures that patient/family is connected to appropriate institutional or community resources as needed.
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of Cancer Center support and educational programs including group facilitation and presenting at educational programs.
• Collaborates regularly with community agencies, including those providing home care and hospice services, to evaluate barriers to patient access and referral, and to keep current on services available.
• Collaborates and communicates with other members of the Payson Center and Concord Hospital health care team and services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility and timeliness in managing workload and processes required to meet patient care and departmental needs.
• Takes responsibility for individual performance goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees