Oncology Social Worker: Patient Advocate & Support

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Excellent medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Paid time off and Holidays

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Illinois is seeking a social worker with MSW to join the oncology care team. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, patient advocacy, and coordination of services for patients and families within the Cancer Care and Research Center and Infusion Center.

Two to three years of medical social work experience in an acute hospital is required, with oncology experience preferred and an active Illinois LSW license.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from an accredited program.
• LSW licensure with active Illinois license.
• 2–3 years of medical social work experience in acute hospital setting.
• Oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in interdisciplinary care conferences and tumor boards regularly.
• Demonstrates patient advocacy through clear communication and documentation.
• Assesses social and emotional needs and connects families with community resources.
• Maintains patient and family education and support groups.
• Documents interventions and plans in the clinical record in a timely manner.
• Attends trainings to maintain Illinois licensure and stay current with regulations.

Education

MSW

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Illinois is seeking a social worker with MSW to join the oncology care team. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, patient advocacy, and coordination of services for patients and families within the Cancer Care and Research Center and Infusion Center.

Two to three years of medical social work experience in an acute hospital is required, with oncology experience preferred and an active Illinois LSW license.