What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Manager Social Worker - Oncology - Full Time with Benefits position at Frederick Health?
The Oncology Case Manager, in partnership with physicians, nursing, and healthcare team members, utilizes professional medical social work skills to assess patient and family needs for information, resources and referrals, psychosocial and counseling support needs, and establishment of plans for effective management of the identified needs. Assessment, planning, intervening and reassessment are performed in a collaborative environment. The Oncology Social Work Case Manager includes proactive, individualized planning for patients' progress across the continuum that optimizes quality of care, patient satisfaction, utilization, and cost.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required :
A. Master's prepared Social Worker from a program accredited by the Council of Social Work Education with a current Maryland licensure of LCSW or LCSW-C.
B. Oncology Social Work certification is preferred but not required.
C. Three to five years of work experience in a health care setting preferred.
D. Prior experience Case Management, Oncology, and / or Hospice experience preferred.
E. Prior experience with clinical pathways desirable.
F. Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.
G. Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, negotiation skills, and customer relations.
H. Ability to apply creative problem solving skills.
I. Ability to prioritize assignments and effective time-management skills.
J. Knowledge of diagnosis, expected treatment, and available resources
K. Basic knowledge of clinical and psychosocial aspects of patient care.
L. Ability to present a professional presence and appearance.
M. Must be detail-oriented, flexible, and committed to patient advocacy.
N. Ability to work independently and interdependently.
O. Demonstrates clinical skills in planning, organizing, and managing multiple functions and complex processes.
P. Knowledge of basic computer software programs.
Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and / or Overtime paid, if applicable.
Salary pay range : $63,500 - $91,873.60
Hours : Monday-Friday, 8 : 00AM-4 : 30PM
Salary : $63,500 - $91,874
