Hexaquest Health is Hiring an OR - Clinic Medical Social Worker - Albany Near Albany, OR
Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Provides social work services including psychosocial assessments, brief patient/family counseling, support, resources & education intervention to meet the standards of the patient/family & ensure continuity of care. Department DescriptionThe Hematology & Oncology teams at Samaritan Health Services specialize in diagnosing and treating adult cancer patients using chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and biological therapy as well as treating a range of hematologic conditions. We educate patients about their illness, the treatment options and provide supportive care during treatment and into survivorship. Experience/Education/QualificationsOregon LMSW (Masters-level Social Worker) or CSWA (Clinical Social Work Associate) licensure required. Oregon LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) preferred. Experience as a social worker in a hospital or medical setting preferred. Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesTeam Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Service Orientation - Successfully apply knowledge of various resources/models of recovery to assist and care for others. Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Confidentiality - Knowledge of State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information. Ability to comply with laws and maintain confidentiality of patient information. Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Position UrgencyNormal ShiftsDays, 0.8 FTE, 32 hours per week State License DetailsUpon Acceptance Minimum Years Of ExperienceLess than 1 year Specialty TypeHealth Sciences Sub SpecialtySocial Worker BilingualNo Holiday Coverage RequiredNo