This role provides essential psychosocial services to patients undergoing in-center and home dialysis treatments to promote positive adjustment and rehabilitation
Job Summary
This role provides essential psychosocial services to patients undergoing in-center and home dialysis treatments to promote positive adjustment and rehabilitation.
The social worker collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to educate staff on the emotional impact of Chronic Kidney Disease and ensure comprehensive quality care.
Candidates must be able to assess patient needs, facilitate transplant referrals, and assist with insurance and financial issues while maintaining strict documentation standards.
Matching Summary
This role provides essential psychosocial services to patients undergoing in-center and home dialysis treatments to promote positive adjustment and rehabilitation.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Psychosocial assessment and care planning
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Patient education on kidney disease
Transplant referral process management
Advance directive discussions
Insurance and financial assistance liaison
Nice-to-have
Process improvement activities
Staff training on psychosocial topics
Quality indicator reporting skills
Cultural competence in healthcare
Strong communication with families
Key Requirements
Masters in Social Work (MSW)
State temporary or provisional social work license
0-2 years related experience
Obtain independent state licensure within two years