Social Worker - Neurological Oncology - Days
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital as a Social Worker – Neurological Oncology, Days in New York, NY. Start Date: 05/11/2026 End Date: 05/19/2026 Description: Stay Amazing! Social Worker - Neurological Oncology - Days At NewYork-Presbyterian/ Columbia talented social workers lead, learn and educate in a department like no other.
Key Responsibilities
- provide a variety of psychosocial services, coordinate discharge planning and continuum of care for patients.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $43.86 - $58.73/hr
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York, NY.
Key Skills
Requirements
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker - Neurological Oncology - Days at Union 1199 a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Oncology physician listings evaluated on our platform.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
This Oncology position at Union 1199 is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
Union 1199 lists compensation for this physician position at $43k to $58k annually.
This is approximately 87% below the national median for Oncology professionals, which is around $380k.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $58000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in New York, New York.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($43k–$58k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial Services, Discharge Planning, Continuum Of Care, Patient Advocacy, Crisis Intervention, Case Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.
Core responsibilities: Provide psychosocial services and coordinate discharge planning for patients and families within the Neurological Oncology Units. Assist patients in enhancing their coping capabilities and daily functioning during illness.
Benefits package: Union position (1199), Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, CME opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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