Manager - Oncology Supportive Care

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Manager for Oncology Supportive Care (SCC). You will oversee the SCC team, including social workers, dietitians, and counselors, and work with clinical leaders to implement policies and coordinate community resources for patients and families.

The role focuses on leadership, budget management, and program development within the Simmons Cancer Center. A Bachelor's in Business or Healthcare and 6 years of allied health management experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Healthcare is required.
• 6 years of related experience in the management of allied health functions in a clinical setting.
• Licensure/certifications such as LMSW, LCSW, or LPC may be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees the SCC support services team including social workers, program coordinators, dietitians, counselors, and others.
• Develops policies and procedures with clinical leaders; coordinates community resources and financial programs for patients.
• Establishes goals and objectives for the department; provides orientation, training, and professional development.
• Maintains relationships with internal and external leaders and community organizations.
• Monitors budget and fiscal operations to ensure cost-effective resource utilization.
• May contribute as an individual in professional areas as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree In Business or Healthcare

Master's Degree In Business or Healthcare

Job description

Job Description - Manager - Oncology Supportive Care (973074)

Job Description

Manager - Oncology Supportive Care - ( 973074 )

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, 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!

JOB SUMMARY
The Cancer Center Supportive Care and Integrative Oncology (SCIO) Department provides access to social work, nutrition, spiritual care, music therapy, and integrative activities to patients and their loved ones throughout their cancer journey at no cost. SCIO team members provide direct care and lead programs including classes, support groups, and patient events. This position will support the department people, programs, and policies. Learn more at Cancer Care Supportive Care

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
• Education
  Bachelor\'s Degree In Business or Healthcare
  
• Experience
  6 years of related experience in the management of allied health functions in a clinical setting
  
• Licenses and Certifications
  Must meet appropriate licensure and educational requirements for respected field. (Example: LMSW, LCSW, LPC, etc.) Upon Hire
  

Preferred

• Education
  Master\'s Degree In Business or Healthcare
  

JOB DUTIES

• Manages and oversees the SCC support services team including professional social workers, program coordinators, music therapists, dieticians, licensed counselors, volunteer coordination, etc. within the Simmons Cancer Center clinical service lines and locations. Management includes, but may not be limited to, recruiting, orienting, evaluating performance, staffing, case assignment(s), and other work-related tasks to ensure that patients are receiving the best care as part of the caregiving team.
• Works with the Director of Oncology Ambulatory Operations, other SCC clinical leaders, and physicians to develop policies, procedures and organization of continuous performance improvement activities of the SCC support services team. Coordinates and acts as a liaison for community resources. Assists team in negotiation of financial, medical and other human service programs for patients and families.
• Develops and manages the philosophy, goals and objectives for the department, including resolution of unusual or complex psychosocial or nutritional problems. Identifies and resolves barriers for implementation of such. Provides education and expert role modeling to support services team in clinical areas of expertise. Develops, implements and manages comprehensive orientation, in-service and training programs for social work to support the organizational objectives and in conjunction with the changes in the profession and other regulatory changes.
• Establishes, maintains, and promotes effective relationships with internal and external leaders and community social service organizations.
• Meets or exceeds financial goals and objectives of the department. Incorporates budget planning, monitoring, and evaluating individual cost center. Manages the fiscal operation of the unit/department to ensure utilization of staff and resources are being met in an efficient and cost effective manner.
• May participate as an individual contributor in professional area (e.g. Social Worker, Dietitian, etc.).
• 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.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

Work Locations

: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas 75390

Job

Job

: Allied Health

Organization

Organization

: 867509 - UH-Clinic SCC Support Services

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion, national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability, citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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