Dialysis Social Worker (MSW) — Patient Care & Support

Fresenius Medical Care; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Hobbs, NM seeks a Social Worker to deliver psychosocial services to in-center and home dialysis patients. You will assess patient needs, participate in care planning with the interdisciplinary team, provide counseling, and connect patients with community resources to enhance quality of life.

You will educate patients and families about treatment options, advance directives, and transplant referrals, while maintaining documentation in accordance with policy.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work required.
• 2–5 years’ related experience.
• Must have state required license.
• Experience in healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial status and rehabilitation needs as part of patient assessment.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to identify interventions to improve quality of life.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and families about transplant options and community resources.
• Document MSW interactions and referrals in patient records.

Skills

Counseling

Care planning

Patient assessment

Education & resources

Education

Masters in Social Work

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Hobbs, NM seeks a Social Worker to deliver psychosocial services to in-center and home dialysis patients. You will assess patient needs, participate in care planning with the interdisciplinary team, provide counseling, and connect patients with community resources to enhance quality of life.

You will educate patients and families about treatment options, advance directives, and transplant referrals, while maintaining documentation in accordance with policy.