Dialysis Social Worker

United States Renal Care Incorporated-posted 3 months ago
Gardena, CA
Ambulatory Health Care Services
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As a Social Worker at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working to help patients living with kidney disease achieve maximum social functioning and psychological adjustment to dialysis treatment and rehabilitation.

  • Advocate & Support: Conduct all required patient assessment and care planning activities such as assessing new patient psychosocial needs and completing the KDQOL in accordance with company policy and all state/CMS regulations.
  • Identify and counsel psychosocial issues and provide patient and family education.
  • Coordinate communities of support for patients and their families, identify social agencies and other resources (e.g., financial/funding), provide information and referrals, coordinate transient arrangements, and represent your patient as needed with appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.
  • Promote teamwork, educate staff, and provide training around patient psychosocial care as part of the interdisciplinary clinic team.
  • Participate in all required continuing education and staff meetings.
  • Collaborate with the Medical Director and physicians and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, agencies, vendors, and the community.
  • Help with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize missed treatments and hospitalizations, achieving target goals for patient outcomes.
  • Participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
  • Master's Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE).
  • Current licensure (in good standing) in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, PA or Guam.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
  • Previous experience in providing social services to dialysis patients preferred.
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