Social Worker - Ophthalmology

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm, no weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your passion for helping people to the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Social Worker - Ophthalmology to:

• Evaluate complex patient and family situations which have legal, ethical and psychosocial components.
• Collaboratively develop patient goals, monitor progress, address barriers to goal achievement and evaluate outcomes of individualized care plans.
• Consider barriers including coping with chronic illness, mental health history/symptoms, cognitive development, adverse developmental events, resistance to treatment, health system impediments, lack of social support and vulnerability.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work Required

Work Experience

• 2 years prior hospital based social work experience Preferred
• 2 years prior hospital or community-based social work experience if supporting the HIV Clinic Preferred
• 2 years prior hospital or clinic based pediatric experience if supporting American Family Children's Hospital (AFCH) Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker (CAPSW) in the state of Wisconsin within 90 Days Required or
• Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW) in the state of Wisconsin within 90 Days Required or
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Wisconsin within 90 Days Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

Job Description
UW Medical Foundation benefits