Social Worker MSW Admin Oncology Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

HOURS: 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday

Main office located at 2910 Tricom Street North Charleston SC. Will be responsible for outpatients on the Tricom/Berkeley campuses (MD Clinic/Infusion/Radiation Therapy departments.) **May require travel to other cancer center locations throughout the tri-county for cross coverage or meetings**

Social Work experience preferably outpatient/clinic desired. Oncology experience preferred.

Job Summary:

The Social Worker is part of a multi-disciplinary team acting as a Psychosocial Coordinator assisting the patients and their families. Duties of the social worker include but are not limited to assessment of biopsychosocial and practical needs of patients through screening tools interventions to assist in adjustment to diagnosis and treatment throughout the course of care education in resources of cancer diagnosis and treatment navigation and mobilization of community and governmental resources therapeutic interventions through referral to or provide counseling services advance care planning financial planning and serves as a liaison between the patient care team and community agencies. As Psychosocial Coordinator the duties also include but are not limited to overseeing SW duties and daily operations of other Outpatient Oncology SW team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Masters degree from an accredited school of Social Work.

Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a social worker or case manager preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed by the State Board of Social Work Examiners for S.C. (LMSW LISW)

Primary Source Verification (if applicable): Social Worker-

Labor Licensing and Regulation (LLR): Excellent clinical administrative skills and judgment. Demonstrates knowledge of community resources government and commercial payor programs benefits and eligibility and post-acute service regulatory requirements. Demonstrates knowledge of reimbursement systems the ability to educate patients and families regarding payor requirements / coverage for post-acute care services and the ability to effectively advocate on behalf of the patient to obtain authorizations for continued care as appropriate. Maintains working knowledge of post-transition of care options based on facilities capabilities and funding accepted. Maintains a working relationship with external providers services agencies to facilitate the transition of care. Requires high level negotiation skills and confidence in communicating with and engaging in crucial conversations with physicians patients/families/caregivers and entire healthcare team. Must have strong organizational skills.

Other: Requires excellent professional oral and written communications skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Ability to prioritize and multi-task. Ability to make sound judgements and act professionally under pressure. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information. Individual is able to work independently but be able to identify when they should ask for help. The individual should be flexible in order to respond to changing needs in the Department.

Contacts: Hospital staff physicians discharge planners administration nursing medical records insurance companies patient accounting families/caregivers other hospital departments community facilities and the general public.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .