Dialysis Social Worker — Compassionate Patient Advocate

Dialysis Clinic; Christiansted (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO including holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Dialysis Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of dialysis patients to ensure the best outcomes and improve quality of life.

This fulltime role offers a structured Monday–Friday schedule starting at 8am, with weekends off, and a compensation starting at $60,000 annually, depending on dialysis experience. The position provides opportunities for mentorship, comprehensive benefits, and participation in a mission-driven care team dedicated

Qualifications

• MSW required.
• Licensed in the state of practice as required by state regulations.
• New MSW graduates welcome, job shadow opportunities available.
• Renal care experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient support to address emotional, financial and lifestyle changes associated with chronic kidney disease.
• Assist patients with utilizing community resources for nutritional, emotional, transportation and housing support.
• Advocate and assist patients with accessing healthcare and other benefits.
• Educate patients and their families regarding end-stage renal disease treatment options, including dialysis, transplant and medical management.
• Help patients compare treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
• Coordinate translation services for patients and caregivers.
• Assess family and support system and refer for additional services as needed.
• Provide counseling services to patients and their families directed at helping them cope with kidney failure and dialysis, follow the treatment plan and achieve the patient’s rehabilitation goals.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with interdisciplinary care team based on psychosocial assessment to help patients enjoy a better quality of life.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to assess ongoing needs and modify care plan as necessary.
• Educate interdisciplinary team members about emotional aspects of dialysis.
• Advocate for patients at clinic, community and state/federal levels.
• Serve as ESRD Network liaison.
• Engage in a data-driven quality improvement process to positively impact outcomes.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Licensed in state of practice

Job description

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Dialysis Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of dialysis patients to ensure the best outcomes and improve quality of life.

This fulltime role offers a structured Monday–Friday schedule starting at 8am, with weekends off, and a compensation starting at $60,000 annually, depending on dialysis experience. The position provides opportunities for mentorship, comprehensive benefits, and participation in a mission-driven care team dedicated