Oncology Social Worker
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Job Description
About the Role
Join CANCER CARE GROUP as a Oncology Social Worker – No Weekends in United States. Job DetailsJob Location: New York CancerCare - New York, NY 10022Salary Range: $67,304.00 - $68,334.
Key Responsibilities
- will be responsible for: Providing immediate assistance and support to cancer patients, caregivers, and/or those who are bereaved, contacting CancerCare via a national toll-free Hopeline Providing individual counseling (in-person, via Zoom, and/or telephone), as well as support groups (in-person, via Zoom, telephone, and/or message board) Providing resource navigation via telephone to people with cancer Addressing client needs by conducting timely and effective psychosocial assessments and evaluations as needed Utilizes knowledge of community resources to refer clients to appropriate services to ensure continuity and quality of care Documents all social work activities in a timely manner according to departmental protocols Participating in local presentations, workshops, health fairs, fundraising, walks, and community events (in-person and via Zoom) Upholding the CancerCare brand and philosophy Qualifications Minimum of one-year post-master’s social work experience, previous medical social work experience strongly preferred Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred Qualified applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work; a Licensed Master of Social Work credential in New York is REQUIRED A background in health, hospice, or mental health settings delivering intervention to clients coping with chronic and acute life-threatening illness, as well as with the bereaved, is required.
- provide a cover letter with your resume.
Requirements
- threatening illnesses Excellent communication (both oral and written), highly organized with strong analytical, problem
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $67K - $68K
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.
Apply to join CANCER CARE GROUP as a Oncology Social Worker – No Weekends.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Oncology Social Worker at CANCER CARE GROUP a 8.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 3% of all Oncology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
This Oncology position at CANCER CARE GROUP 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.
Remote physician positions in Oncology have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
CANCER CARE GROUP lists compensation for this physician position at $67k to $68k annually.
This is approximately 82% below the national median for Oncology professionals, which is around $380k.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($67k–$68k)
- Exceptional work-life balance score (8.9/10)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Individual Counseling, Resource Navigation, Psychosocial Assessments, Support Groups, Documentation, Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.
Core responsibilities: The Oncology Social Workers will provide immediate assistance and support to cancer patients, caregivers, and the bereaved through various channels, including a national toll-free Hopeline. Responsibilities also include providing individual counseling, leading support groups, and conducting timely p...
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Commuter Benefits. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Oncology physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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