Dialysis Social Worker: Patient Care & Counseling

Fresenius Medical Care AG; Sun City West (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a qualified Social Worker to provide psychosocial services to dialysis patients, including in-center and home therapies where applicable.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, counseling, transplant referrals, and coordination with the care team to improve quality of life and treatment adherence, while documenting interventions per FMCNA policies.

Qualifications

• MSW required; state license required to practice.
• 2–5 years of related experience in dialysis or healthcare social work.
• Masters in Social Work preferred; licensure required by state regulation.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' psychosocial status and plan care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and families to support adjustment and rehabilitation.
• Support transplant education and referral processes as part of patient care.
• Coordinate with insurance and financial services to address coverage and access.
• Document MSW interactions and maintain compliance with policies and quality measures.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Social work experience

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

License: State social worker license

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a qualified Social Worker to provide psychosocial services to dialysis patients, including in-center and home therapies where applicable.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, counseling, transplant referrals, and coordination with the care team to improve quality of life and treatment adherence, while documenting interventions per FMCNA policies.