Dialysis Social Worker — Transform Patient Care

Fresenius Medical Care AG; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial services to dialysis patients, both in-center and at home where applicable. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to promote adjustment, rehabilitation, and quality of life, educating staff on CKD-related emotional and behavioral impacts.

The role emphasizes treatment adherence, transplant referrals, and collaboration with insurance coordinators to address financial and service barriers, while supporting quality metrics

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work required.
• State license required.
• 2-5 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' psychosocial status and participate in care planning as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide counseling to patients to facilitate rehabilitation and improve quality of life.
• Educate staff on psychosocial aspects of chronic kidney disease and patient education.
• Assist with transplant referral process and waitlist management.
• Collaborate with Insurance Coordinators on insurance issues and patient financial counseling.
• Support continuity of care and adherence through psychosocial interventions.

Skills

2-5 years exp

Education

Masters in Social Work

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial services to dialysis patients, both in-center and at home where applicable. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to promote adjustment, rehabilitation, and quality of life, educating staff on CKD-related emotional and behavioral impacts.

The role emphasizes treatment adherence, transplant referrals, and collaboration with insurance coordinators to address financial and service barriers, while supporting quality metrics