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6.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Oncology (Social Work) — ranked against 70 active roles in this specialty
Social Worker III - Oncology or Burn - 100%25
About the Role
Social Worker III for Oncology or Burn unit in Iowa City. M-F, 8-hour shifts, occasional evenings/weekends.
Join University of Iowa as a Social Worker III – Oncology or Burn, M-F in Iowa City, Iowa.
Benefits & Compensation
- Paid Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No weekends required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers weekends off, day shifts only. Work with University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct social work services, including assessments and interventions, to patients and families in the Oncology or Burn units. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate the continuum of care and lead support groups for patients and their families.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Social Work, a valid Iowa license to practice, and 6 months to 1 year of clinical social work experience. Strong communication skills and experience in healthcare settings are highly desired.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Oncology — Social Worker Career Context
In Iowa, Social Worker listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$101k across 57 listings, vs ~$84k nationally (8,728 listings).
Iowa's cost-of-living index is 89.0 (US average = 100) — Iowa ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker III - Oncology or Burn - 100%25 at University of Iowa a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Oncology (Social Work) — ranked against 70 active Oncology (Social Work) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Social Worker roles.
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