Medical Social Worker

Satellite Healthcare, Inc; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Satellite Healthcare, Inc. is a not-for-profit kidney care provider seeking a Medical Social Worker to support dialysis patients.

The role focuses on assessing psychosocial needs, providing counseling, and coordinating community resources to help patients and families cope with chronic kidney disease. The Medical Social Worker will collaborate with nephrologists, nurses, and dietitians, support treatment adherence and transitions of care, and advocate for patients, contributing to a

Qualifications

• Assess psychosocial needs of dialysis patients and families.
• Provide counseling to patients and families coping with chronic kidney disease.
• Coordinate connections to community resources and support services.
• Collaborate with nephrologists, nurses, and dietitians to support treatment adherence and transitions of care.
• Advocate for patients to improve quality of life and care outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs of patients on dialysis.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services.

Skills

Counseling

Psychosocial assessment

Case management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Advocacy

Job description

Satellite Healthcare, Inc., a mission-driven not-for-profit kidney care provider, seeks a Medical Social Worker to support patients receiving dialysis. In this role, you’ll assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, and coordinate community resources to help patients and families cope with chronic kidney disease. You’ll collaborate closely with nephrologists, nurses, and dietitians, support treatment adherence and transitions of care, and advocate for patients. Satellite offers a compassionate, team-based environment, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact every day.