Social Worker MSW- Oncology

City/State

Charlottesville, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring an Oncology Social Worker for the Medical Oncology and Infusion Phillips Cancer Center. This a full time, day shift position in Charlottesville, VA

Hours: 40hours per week during Business hours.  Business Hours  are Monday to Friday 8am to 430PM with flexible scheduling. No nights, weekends, or holidays.

The team at Sentara Martha Jefferson Phillips Cancer Center have expert knowledge of a variety of cancer treatments, including:

• Chemotherapy
• Biotherapy
• Hormonal therapy
• Targeted therapy

Sentara Martha Jefferson Infusion Center
The Sentara Martha Jefferson Infusion Center offers a pleasant, professional atmosphere where patients can receive intravenous infusions and therapeutic injections. Our oncology-certified nurses are trained to administer chemotherapy, biological therapies or supportive blood transfusions for cancer, as well as various infusions for non-cancer patients.

OCN certified nurses in both the Infusion Center and Medical oncology clinic.

• Infusion center has 25 chairs
• 14,000 provider visits per year
• 17,000 infusion visits per year- both oncology and non-oncology

A broad range of supportive therapies to reduce or prevent anticipated side effects of treatment are available. The Sentara Martha Jefferson Infusion Center is on site at our offices, offering a safe, convenient and comfortable environment where patients can receive intravenous infusions and therapeutic injections.

• Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate
• Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson
• Sentara Martha Jefferson Foundation education assistance program up to $32,500
• Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson
• Free Gym at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital!

 

 

The Oncology Social Worker is responsible for the provision of medical social work services to patients receiving care in the hospital setting. Assesses the social, psychological, cultural, environmental, and financial situations, as well as disposition needs, for each assigned patient. Collaborate with patients, families, healthcare team members, and community agencies to develop and implement plans to address identified needs. Evaluates effectiveness of plans and initiates change as needed.

 

Ideal candidates will have an acute background in a similar scope in acute care setting. Open to training for candidates interested in moving into an Oncology Social Work role.

 

Education

• Master degree in Social Work Required

Certification

• None required

Experience

• 2 years of acute care experience required
• 2 years of Social Work experience required
• Experience with community resources is preferred.
• Develops effective transition plans preferred
• Collaboration in a team environment required

 

Keywords: Oncology, Navigation, MSW, Social Work, Case Manager, Acute Care, Medical Social Work

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $72,737.60 - $110,323.20 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.