Dialysis Social Worker

Company: U.S. Renal Care
Location: Conroe
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

The Licensed Master Social Worker provides social services to patients and their families in a timely and efficient manner in order to promote maximum social functioning and psychological adjustment to dialysis and rehabilitation of the patient. - ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. - Other duties and tasks may be assigned. GROWTH -

• Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.
• Coordinate transient arrangements. -
• Demonstrate effective use of supplies.
• Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic. OUTCOMES -
  • Identify and counsel psychosocial issues. -
  • Provide patient and family education.
  • Assist with program's target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals. OPERATIONAL READINESS
    • Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.
    • Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
    • Act as advocate on patient's behalf with the appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.
    • Complete initial assessment of new patient psychosocial needs in adherence to state/CMS regulations and company policy. -
    • Complete KDQOL in accordance with company policy. -
    • Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities. -
    • Identify social agencies and other resources as appropriate to the needs of the patients, including but not limited to financial/funding sources. -
    • Be familiar with professional organizations related to kidney disease (i.e. National Kidney Foundation, American Kidney Foundation).
    • Use personal protective equipment as necessary.
    • Be familiar with all emergency operational procedures.
    • Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job. PARTNERSHIPS
      • Provide information and referrals as needed.
      • Attend and participate in the monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
      • Coordinate development and maintenance of patient/family support groups.
      • Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians.
      • Establish and maintain a positive relationship with area hospitals, agencies, vendors and the community.
      • Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization. STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION -
        • Participate in staff meetings as required. - Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
        • Educate staff and provide inservice training in relation to patient psychosocial care.
        • Lead staff in team concepts and promote a team effort. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Requirements include:
          • Must have Master's Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE).
          • Current licensure in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, PA or Guam. - License must be maintained as current and in good standing. - (See addendum for Social Worker for minimum licensing requirements.)
          • Previous experience in providing social services to dialysis patients preferred.
          • Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
          • Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
          • Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran. Additional Information

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