Dialysis Social Worker – Patient & Family Advocate

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

401k with employer match

PTO

Job summary

U.S. Renal Care, Inc. seeks a Licensed Master Social Worker to deliver psychosocial services to dialysis patients and families, promoting psychosocial functioning and adjustment.

The role supports clinical and operational efforts to reduce hospitalizations and improve outcomes in a patient-centered dialysis program. Key duties include psychosocial assessments, KDQOL completion, education for patients and families, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have Master’s Degree in Social Work accredited by CSWE.
• LCSW license preferred.
• Current state licensure required unless AZ/PA/GU; maintain in good standing.
• Experience in dialysis patient social services preferred.
• Strong English communication in writing and speech.
• Basic computer skills; proficiency in USRC clinical applications within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations.
• Coordinate transient arrangements.
• Demonstrate effective use of supplies.
• Perform duties to meet patient care or operational needs.
• Identify and counsel psychosocial issues.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Assist with program goals for patient outcomes.
• Adhere to laws/regulations and advocate for patients.
• Complete initial psychosocial assessment for new patients.
• Complete KDQOL as per policy.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary team for patient assessment and care plan.
• Identify community resources and agencies as appropriate.
• Familiar with kidney disease organizations.
• Attend QAPI activities; maintain collaboration with Medical Director.
• Educate staff on psychosocial care; lead team concepts.

Skills

English proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's in Social Work

CSWE accreditation

LCSW license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

USRC clinical applications

Job description

U.S. Renal Care, Inc. seeks a Licensed Master Social Worker to deliver psychosocial services to dialysis patients and families, promoting psychosocial functioning and adjustment.

The role supports clinical and operational efforts to reduce hospitalizations and improve outcomes in a patient-centered dialysis program. Key duties include psychosocial assessments, KDQOL completion, education for patients and families, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.