Clinic LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) - Oncology

Summary This position will work in our Corvallis location, supported by a team of 3 additional social workers who work with patients at other clinic locations. This position is critical to moving patients through their psychosocial barriers and through treatment. They cover the patient panel for 4 MD's and 2 APP's. This position also leads 1-2 support group for the Samaritan Cancer Program.

There is ability to create a work schedule that allows for work / life balance.

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

Provides direct assessment, diagnosis, formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and education to patients and / or patient's family members within a clinic setting based on the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model that supports the elimination of barriers to access, including psychosocial problems.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The 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 / QUALIFICATIONS

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in State of Oregon required.

Experience and / or training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques for depression, trauma and anxiety required.

Experience as a social worker in a healthcare setting preferred.

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Team 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 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely

(1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally

(11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently

(34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

(67 - 100% of the time)

WALK - INCLINE

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

SQUAT Repetitive

SQUAT Static (hold >

30 sec)

PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

PULL (0-20 pounds force)

STAND

CLIMB - STAIRS

KNEEL (on knees)

REACH - Upward

SIT

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

BEND FORWARD at waist

ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

REACH - Forward

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY

PINCH Fingers

GRASP Hand / Fist