Dialysis Social Worker MSW - Patient Support & Care

Fresenius Medical Care; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Hobbs, NM, seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial services to dialysis patients, including in-center and home dialysis where applicable. The role collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to promote rehabilitation and quality of life.

Master of Social Work and state licensure are required, with 2–5 years of related experience. Responsibilities include assessment, counseling, education, care planning, and referrals to community resources.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work and state licensure required.
• 2–5 years of related social work experience.
• Ability to assess psychosocial status and plan care.
• Excellent collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong patient education and counseling skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' psychosocial status and develop care plans.
• Provide counseling to patients to improve rehabilitation and quality of life.
• Educate patients on treatment options and transplant referrals.
• Coordinate with Insurance Coordinators on payment and coverage.
• Support staff and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Counseling

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Insurance liaison

Education

Masters in Social Work

State license

2–5 years experience

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Hobbs, NM, seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial services to dialysis patients, including in-center and home dialysis where applicable. The role collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to promote rehabilitation and quality of life.

Master of Social Work and state licensure are required, with 2–5 years of related experience. Responsibilities include assessment, counseling, education, care planning, and referrals to community resources.