Dialysis Social Worker

aQua Dialysis; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dialysis provider in Lufkin, Texas is seeking a full-time Master's Level Social Worker. The role involves patient advocacy and providing support to patients and families dealing with end stage renal disease. Responsibilities include evaluating vocational rehabilitation, assisting with insurance coverage, and providing education on treatment participation. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Social Work, and preference is given to those with prior experience in dialysis or medical settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required.
• State license preferred; must obtain temporary license if unlicensed.
• Experience in Dialysis or medical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients for vocational rehabilitation services.
• Provide education and referrals to appropriate resources.
• Assist with obtaining insurance coverage.
• Inform patients of their rights and responsibilities.
• Provide supportive counseling.
• Educate about treatment participation and Advanced Directives.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Supportive counseling

Educational referrals

Understanding of insurance coverage

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

aQua Dialysis is seeking a full-time Master's Level Social Worker to be a key member of the treatment team for patients in our Lufkin and Livingston dialysis center.

As a dialysis/renal social worker, you will provide support for the patient and family who are adjusting to the challenging and overwhelming diagnosis of end stage renal disease (ESRD). You will be the patient's advocate and serve as a bridge in communicating the patient's needs to the treatment team members, which consist of the nephrologist, nurse, dietitian, patient, and of course the social worker.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating for vocational rehabilitation services which includes employment, going to school, volunteering within the community, or returning to previously enjoyed activities
• Providing education and referrals to appropriate resources
• Assisting with keeping or obtaining insurance coverage
• Assisting patients with understanding their rights and responsibilities
• Providing supportive counseling
• Assisting in informing patients of the importance of treatment participation
• Advanced Directives education

Qualifications

A Master's degree in Social Work is required. State license is preferred. Unlicensed applicants must be able to obtain a temporary license within the first three months of employment. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in Dialysis, Hospital or other medical setting.