Dialysis Social Worker - Patient Advocate & Support Coach

U.S. Renal Care in; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Renal Care is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker to deliver social services to patients and their families in a timely, sensitive manner in the context of dialysis and rehabilitation.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address psychosocial needs and promote optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities include initial psychosocial assessments, education for patients and families, and coordination with social agencies and community resources, while adhering to state

Responsibilities

• Identify and counsel psychosocial issues.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Assist with program's target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.
• Complete initial assessment of new patient psychosocial needs in adherence to state/CMS regulations and company policy.
• Complete KDQOL in accordance with company policy.
• Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities.
• Identify social agencies and other resources as appropriate to the needs of the patients, including but not limited to financial/funding sources.
• Be familiar with professional organizations related to kidney disease (i.e. National Kidney Foundation, American Kidney Foundation).
• Use personal protective equipment as necessary.
• Be familiar with all emergency operational procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.
• Provide information and referrals as needed.
• Attend and participate in the monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Coordinate development and maintenance of patient/family support groups.
• Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with area hospitals, agencies, vendors and the community.
• Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Participate in staff meetings as required.
• Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
• Educate staff and provide inservice training in relation to patient psychosocial care.
• Lead staff in team concepts and promote a team effort.

Job description

U.S. Renal Care is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker to deliver social services to patients and their families in a timely, sensitive manner in the context of dialysis and rehabilitation.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address psychosocial needs and promote optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities include initial psychosocial assessments, education for patients and families, and coordination with social agencies and community resources, while adhering to state