Dialysis Social Worker – MSW Position Available In Cumberland, New Jersey

Job Description:

How you will change lives As a Social Worker at US Renal Care,you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working tohelp patients living with kidney disease achieve maximum socialfunctioning and psychological adjustment to dialysis treatment andrehabilitation. What you will be doing Advocate & Support. You willbe part of an interdisciplinary team working to ensure patientsreceive the best care, including conducting all required patientassessment and care planning activities such as assessing newpatient psychosocial needs and completing the KDQOL in accordancewith company policy and all state/CMS regulations. You willidentify and counsel psychosocial issues and provide patient andfamily education. As an advocate for your patients’ needs, you willcoordinate communities of support for patients and their families,identify social agencies and other resources (e.g.,financial/funding), provide information and referrals, coordinatetransient arrangements, and represent your patient as needed withappropriate local, state, and federal agencies. Teamwork. As partof the interdisciplinary clinic team, promote teamwork, educatestaff, and provide training around patient psychosocial care. Youwill participate in all required continuing education and staffmeetings. You will collaborate with the Medical Director andphysicians and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals,agencies, vendors, and the community. Safety & Quality. You willhelp with clinical and operational processes to improve patienthealth and minimize missed treatments and hospitalizations,achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will alsoparticipate in monthly Quality Assessment and PerformanceImprovement (QAPI) activities and ensure compliance with federal,state, and local laws and regulations. What we’re looking forMaster’s Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council of SocialWork Education (CSWE). Current licensure (in good standing) inapplicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, PAor Guam. Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicablestate. Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language andability to communicate verbally and in writing. Basic computerskills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90days of hire. Preferred Previous experience in providing socialservices to dialysis patients preferred. Other Requirements Mustmeet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

Additional license requirements may be applicable depending uponstate. Are you ready to make a difference? We’re here to change thelives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidneycare. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make apositive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfillingcareer in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. RenalCare. Are you with US? Apply today!