Dialysis Social Worker-MSW
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
This is a Full-time position in atlanta, ga posted November 25, 2021.
Overview
The Dialysis Social Worker is responsible for assessing and responding to the psychosocial needs of our in-center hemodialysis patients. This includes counseling patients and their families on ESRD related issues consisting of treatment options, adjustment to chronic illness, insurance needs, and community resources.
Responsibilities
- Counseling patients and their families regarding End Stage Renal Disease therapies.
- Assisting patients in comparing the different therapies available so they can make educated decisions about their care.
- Assisting patients with completing insurance/financial forms, providing additional information regarding insurance coverage as needed.
- Assessing patients’ personal and home-care needs so that appropriate referrals can be made to community resources and transportation agencies to maximize patients’ access to care.
- The Dialysis Social Worker is part of the interdisciplinary team, providing ongoing assessments of patients’ needs and modifying the plan of care as needed.
Job Requirements:
- A Masters Degree from an accredited Social Work Program is required.
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A Current clinical license in the applicable state as a Social Worker.
DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at Accommodations@dciinc.org or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.
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