Dialysis Social Worker (MSW) - Patient Care Advocate

Dialysis Clinic; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Life insurance

PTO including holidays

Extended Sick Bank (ESB)

Retirement plan 50% match up to 8%

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. in Carlsbad, NM is hiring a Part-time Dialysis Social Worker to assess and respond to the psychosocial needs of our patients with chronic kidney disease.

The role focuses on emotional support, resource coordination, and helping patients navigate healthcare options in a compassionate, mission-driven setting. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement care plans, educate families about treatment choices, and connect patients with community resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Licensed in the state of practice as required.
• 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.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Active listening

Desire to collaborate with care teams

Ability to problem solve

Education

MSW (Master’s Degree in Social Work)

Licensed in state of practice

New MSW graduates welcome

Renal care experience preferred

Job description

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. in Carlsbad, NM is hiring a Part-time Dialysis Social Worker to assess and respond to the psychosocial needs of our patients with chronic kidney disease.

The role focuses on emotional support, resource coordination, and helping patients navigate healthcare options in a compassionate, mission-driven setting. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement care plans, educate families about treatment choices, and connect patients with community resources.