Dialysis Social Worker-MSW

Dialysis Clinic Inc • Carlsbad, NM

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About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI), a nonprofit dialysis provider, is seeking a compassionate social worker to assess and respond to the psychosocial needs of patients receiving dialysis. The role supports patients facing chronic kidney disease by helping them manage emotional, financial, and lifestyle changes, access community and healthcare resources, understand treatment options, and improve their quality of life. The social worker works with patients, families, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to develop and adjust individualized care plans and support treatment and rehabilitation goals.

This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, with weekends off. Compensation is $29–$36 per hour depending on dialysis experience. DCI welcomes new MSW graduates and offers paid training, peer and corporate mentorship, and job-shadowing opportunities. Renal care experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
• Licensed 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 use community resources for nutritional, emotional, transportation, and housing support.
• Advocate for and assist patients 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 decisions about their care.
• Coordinate translation services for patients and caregivers.
• Assess patients’ families 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 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 clinic, community, and state or federal levels.
• Serve as the ESRD Network liaison.
• Participate in a data-driven quality improvement process to positively impact outcomes.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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