Dialysis Social Worker-MSW

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. • Grants, NM

1d • $29,000 - $36,000

About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI) is seeking a compassionate Dialysis Social Worker to assess and respond to the psychosocial needs of dialysis patients, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life. The role supports patients and families through emotional, financial, and lifestyle changes associated with chronic kidney disease and works closely with an interdisciplinary care team to develop and adapt individualized care plans. New MSW graduates are welcome, and job shadow opportunities are available.

This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday position with weekends off. The pay range is $29,000–$36,000 annually, depending on dialysis experience. DCI describes its culture as mission-driven and offers paid training, competitive pay, and benefits. The organization is a nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
• Licensure in the state of practice as required by state regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Active listening skills to understand patient and family concerns.
• Desire to collaborate with care teams.
• Ability to problem solve.

Nice To Haves

• Renal care experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient support for emotional, financial, and lifestyle changes associated with chronic kidney disease.
• Help patients access community resources for nutritional, emotional, transportation, and housing support.
• Advocate for patients and assist them in accessing healthcare and other benefits.
• Educate patients and families about end-stage renal disease treatment options, including dialysis, transplant, and medical management.
• Help patients compare treatment options and make informed care decisions.
• Coordinate translation services for patients and caregivers.
• Assess patients’ family and support systems and refer them for additional services as needed.
• Provide counseling to patients and families to help them cope with kidney failure and dialysis, follow treatment plans, and achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary care team based on psychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to assess ongoing needs and modify care plans as necessary.
• Educate interdisciplinary team members about the emotional aspects of dialysis.
• Advocate for patients at the clinic, community, and state or federal levels.
• Serve as an ESRD Network liaison.
• Participate in data-driven quality improvement to positively impact outcomes.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Peer and corporate training, support, and mentorship opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life and long-term disability insurance at no additional expense to the employee
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave
• Retirement plans with a 50% employer match on each contributed dollar for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level