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MultiCare Health System
Spokane, Washington

Social Worker MSW - Oncology Specialist

Social Worker 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70K–$100K

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Ask the employer about the work setting and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

About MultiCare Cancer Institute

MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician-led, multi-specialty group within MultiCare Health System, delivering integrated hematology, oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive care across Washington state. Each year, we diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases across Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima.

We bring together advanced pathology, imaging and evidence-based treatment with holistic supportive services to provide personalized, high-quality cancer care. As we continue to grow, we are building the Pacific Northwest’s most comprehensive and high-value oncology network—projected to double in volume over the next five years.

FTE: 1.0 (Full Time), Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday. Daily schedule offers some flexibility and will be determined based on operational and department needs.

Position Summary

The Social Worker MSW is an excellent opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for aiding participants and their families with personal and environmental difficulties that predispose illness or interfere with remaining in their home environment. In this role you will be able to apply your strong analysis, interpretation and interpersonal skills to support patients through complex issues.

Responsibilities

You will administer assessment tools and gather data for assessment, and to assess for optional needed services

  • You will interview families to determine social work needs of the participant
  • You will contact community resources to coordinate services
  • You will provide initial and on-going assessment of participant's social, emotional and cognitive status and needs, involving participant and other staff members in the assessment
  • You will ensure accurate documentation is maintained for all assessments, treatment plans, and evaluations

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work

LSWAIC, LMHC, LMFT, LASW, LICSW, AAC as required by department. Individuals who have submitted a completed associate license application to the Washington State Department of Health may begin practicing under supervision for up to 120 days while their application is pending.

Experience working in a hospital/acute situation or equivalent social service agency, experience relative to the medical social work function

Depending on assigned area, BLS Certification may be required

Why MultiCare Cancer Institute?

Patient-centered care – Our oncology specialists, nurse navigators and support teams guide each patient with compassion, clarity and seamless coordination through every stage of their cancer journey

Mission-driven impact – We’re dedicated to delivering high-value, personalized cancer care that truly makes a difference for the individuals and communities we serve

Excellence at every level – We uphold rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients

Values you can feel – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration shape how we care for patients — and how we support one another as caregivers

Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $33.52 - $48.23 USD.

However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.

If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Oncology supportPatient assessmentCase managementCrisis interventionCommunity resource coordinationAnalytical skillsTreatment planning

Oncology — Social Worker Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$85k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 32% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 17.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker MSW - Oncology Specialist at MultiCare Health System a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Oncology (Social Work) — ranked against 62 active Oncology (Social Work) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$85k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Social Worker Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution36 jobs · 17 employers

7
<$80k
5
$80k-100k
12
$100k-120k
10
$120k-140k
2
$141k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
Sign-on bonus
75%
CME allowance
22%
Loan repayment
3%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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LifeStance Health · Vancouver, Washington

$123k-$141k
#2

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LifeStance Health · West Linn, Oregon

$123k-$141k
#3

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

$118k-$135k
#4

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

$117k-$134k
+ 34 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Oncology (Social Work) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 62 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Spokane

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$397k
Typical market rent
$1,507/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About MultiCare Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Tacoma, WA
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Medical
Dental
Retirement benefits
Paid time off