Senior Social Worker - Oncology

UW MEDICAL CENTER - NORTHWEST SOCIAL WORK has an outstanding opportunity for for a SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER within the Outpatient Oncology Unit.

WORK SCHEDULE: 20 hours per week

Day shift

This position is expected to last from October 2026 to June 2027

This is a multi-site hybrid position that works one full day a week in the NW Breast Surgery Center, one full day a week in the NW Gyn Onc Clinic and half a day a week hybrid from home.

Position Highlights

Work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience in a hospital setting providing direct service to oncology patients.

Primary Responsibilities

This position will support clinic teams and oncology patients/caregivers by providing direct services in response to referrals by the medical team and/or scheduled social support visits with newly diagnosed patients.

Initiate appropriate interventions that may include assessment, financial need, housing, legal issues, drug/alcohol issues, mental health needs, coping and adjustment to illness, advance care and end of life planning, coordination with community resources, coordination with Medicaid brokers and support systems, and address other psychosocial and tangible needs that could affect participation in care.

• Create and maintain a resource and referral library for each major diagnosis seen in the covered clinics.
• Provide patient-centered care by treating patients and their support systems with respect and dignity.

Maintain an environment that respects cultural, economic, ethnic, and lifestyle differences of patients, visitors, and staff.

Participate as an Interdisciplinary team member with the clinics serving the patient. Collaborate regarding appropriate referrals to meet patient needs. Provide education to health care providers and staff about the role of Social Work with patients.

Required Position Qualifications

A Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and one year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent. Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience.

Legal Requirement

Within 90 days of hire must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington:

• Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Licensed Social Work Associate -Advanced
• Licensed Social Work Associate - Independent Clinical
• Licensed Advance Social Worker
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

About UW Medical Center-Northwest

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

About UW Medicine – Where Your Impact GOES Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$43.41 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$67.93 hourly

Other Compensation

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit washington.edu

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

50.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.