Dialysis Social Worker-MSW
Company: Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
Location: Gaffney
Posted on: May 7, 2024
Job Description:
Overview Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent
interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize
individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our
mission states "the care of the patient is our reason for
existence," and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during
every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate
individuals to provide top-notch patient care. DCI offers paid
training, competitive pay, weekends off, outstanding benefits and a
positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build
relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our
comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient
ratio than other providers.The Dialysis Social Worker is
responsible for assessing and responding to the psychosocial needs
of our dialysis patients to ensure the best possible outcomes and
improve quality of life. Schedule: Fulltime Monday through Friday,
shifts start at 8:00am; weekends offCompensation: Pay range from
$56,000-$75,000 annually, depending on dialysis
experienceBenefits:
- Support and mentorship opportunities available through peer and
corporate training for individuals new to renal care
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
- Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional
expense to employee
- Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
- Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO - paid time for
doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
- Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched
for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- Among others Responsibilities What You Can Expect:
- Provide patient support to address emotional, financial and
lifestyle changes associated with chronic kidney disease
- Assist patients with utilizing community resources for
nutritional, emotional, transportation and housing support
- Advocate and assist patients with accessing healthcare and
other benefits
- Educate patients and their families regarding end-stage renal
disease treatment options, including dialysis, transplant and
medical management
- Help patients compare treatment options, empowering them to
make informed decisions about their care
- Coordinate translation services for patients and
caregivers
- Assess family and support system and refer for additional
services as needed
- Provide counseling services to patients and their families
directed at helping them cope with kidney failure and dialysis,
follow the treatment plan and achieve the patient's rehabilitation
goals
- Develop and implement individualized care plans with
interdisciplinary care team based on psychosocial assessment to
help patients enjoy a better quality of life
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to assess ongoing
needs and modify care plan as necessary
- Educate interdisciplinary team members about emotional aspects
of dialysis
- Advocate for patients at clinic, community and state/federal
levels
- Serve as ESRD Network liaison
- Engage in a data-driven quality improvement process to
positively impact outcomes
Keywords: Dialysis Clinic, Inc., Columbia , Dialysis Social Worker-MSW, Healthcare , Gaffney, South Carolina
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