Oncology Social Worker

The Oncology Social Worker (OSW) provides psychosocial services to patients, families and caregivers facing the impact of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, through all phases of the cancer continuum as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. Primary job focus includes assessment and intervention to maximize optimal patient functioning, navigating health care resources to reduce distress and improve survivorship.

The Oncology Social Worker is knowledgeable about the psychosocial, emotional and financial implications facing cancer patients and resources to improve cancer care. Description:

The Oncology Social Worker (OSW) provides psychosocial services to patients, families and caregivers facing the impact of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, through all phases of the cancer continuum as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. Primary job focus includes assessment and intervention to maximize optimal patient functioning, navigating health care resources to reduce distress and improve survivorship.

The Oncology Social Worker is knowledgeable about the psychosocial, emotional and financial implications facing cancer patients and resources to improve cancer care. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology or related field Required Work Experience => 1 years Medical social work Experience Required => 1 years Psychosocial and therapeutic counseling Experience Required and => 1 years Discharge planning experience Preferred => 1 years Psychosocial assessments and care Experience Preferred => 1 yea Licenses and Certifications

Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data. Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs. Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.

Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses. Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team. Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.

Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan. Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate. Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.

Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care. Bases care decisions on plan of care. Monitors and documents patient response.

Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs. Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.

Provides effective interventions. Respects patients confidentiality and privacy. Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.

Manages difficult or emotional patient situations. Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion. Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.

Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users. Uses correct terminology. Conforms to required style and format.

Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care. Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes. Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient.

Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process. Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes. Documents the results of the evaluation.