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The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Oncology Outpatient Social Worker

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Oncology Outpatient Social Worker (913006) Job Description – Oncology Outpatient Social Worker (913006) for UT Southwestern in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas.

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion.

As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees.

Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage merit increases and so much more.

We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career.

BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include:

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage

Paid Time Off, available day one

Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

Paid Parental Leave Benefit

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

WORK SHIFT 8:30am‑5pm. No on‑call. Infrequent participation in early evening or weekend programs up to 2 times per month (subject to department needs with prior notice).

This position will be remote after 90‑day review.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required

Education Graduate of an institution certified by the Council of Social Work Education with a Master's degree in social work.

Licenses and Certifications (LMSW) Licensed Master Social Worker by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners.

Temporary license is acceptable during first 90 days of employment.

(BLS) Basic Life Support BCLS is required, although not required in Transplant Departments.

Preferred Experience

2 years post‑graduate experience in a medical setting including inpatient, outpatient, home health care, hospice, etc. Oncology experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

LMSW mandatory; other relevant certifications and licensure include LCSW, OSW‑C, and CCM.

JOB DUTIES

Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and proactively determines patient needs for discharge transitions including transportation, DME, LTAC, SNF, home health agencies and hospice.

Utilizes crisis intervention and problem‑solving skills to facilitate and enhance patient and family's ability to meet acute and ongoing medical and psychosocial needs.

Demonstrates ongoing familiarity with community resources to facilitate positive patient and family outcomes, and assures appropriate client access.

Maintains effective documentation including tracking and referral information; consistently meets department and UTSW documentation standards.

Identifies and reports situations or cases to appropriate governmental agencies as legally required and in compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Serves as an active participant of the health care team, communicating effectively with other health care providers, patients, families, other hospital personnel, and visitors.

Identifies the need for professional growth and seeks appropriate development opportunities.

Provides education to staff, patients and community resource affiliates.

Maintains system for tracking placement of patients after discharge on a monthly basis.

Has knowledge of Department and Unit Performance Improvement program and is aware of expected participation.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.

As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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