Social Worker - LMSW, Kidney Transplant

• Why Mayo Clinic
• Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/)
• to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
• Benefits Highlights
• +

Medical:

Multiple plan options. +

Dental:

Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. +

Vision:

Affordable plan with national network. +

Pre-Tax Savings:

HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. +

Retirement:

Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

• Responsibilities
• The
• Complex Care Kidney Transplant Social Worker
• plays a vital role in supporting patients and families through the kidney and pancreas transplant journey.

In this role, you'll provide specialized psychosocial assessment, care coordination, and education within a fast‑paced, highly collaborative transplant environment. You'll work closely with transplant coordinators, financial teams, and a multidisciplinary care team to help patients prepare for transplant, navigate insurance and logistical challenges, and remain engaged throughout evaluation, waitlist, and post‑transplant phases. This position is well‑suited for social workers who enjoy complex medical work, value teamwork, and are comfortable navigating sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism. Key aspects of the role include recognizing psychosocial patterns, identifying potential barriers early, and intervening proactively to support transplant readiness and continuity of care. You'll also help patients and caregivers understand the responsibilities involved in transplant, including caregiver expectations and required follow‑through. This role requires the ability to communicate clearly and compassionately, including delivering difficult information related to transplant status changes, delays, or financial limitations, while maintaining strong clinical judgment and patient‑centered care.

• Why You'll Love This Role
• In this role, you'll be part of a highly specialized transplant team where your clinical expertise truly matters.

You'll build meaningful, long‑term relationships with patients and caregivers while supporting them through some of the most complex and impactful moments of their healthcare journey. You'll have the opportunity to work at the top of your license in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that values critical thinking, autonomy, and professional growth. If you're an LMSW who enjoys medical social work, thrives in fast‑paced settings, and wants to make a tangible difference in patient outcomes, this role offers both challenge and purpose.

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic

DOES NOT

participate in the

F-1 STEM OPT

extension program.

• Qualifications
• To be considered for this position, you must have a
• Master's in Social Work degree (MSW)
• from an accredited Master of Social Work Program and
• two years of post MSW medical social work experience

.

• Licensure
• Active Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.
• Preferred Qualifications
• + Transplant social work experience preferred. + Dialysis social work experience preferred. + Experience working with insurance driven care pathways or specialty medical programs. + Certification in Transplant Social Work (CCTSW) or willingness to pursue.
• Additional Qualifications
• + Strong work ethic and ability to manage a fast-paced transplant caseload.

+ Advanced clinical skills with the ability to work under pressure without compromising integrity or judgment. + Strong understanding of psychosocial patterns in chronic illness and transplant populations. + Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. + Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and collaborate across disciplines.

• Application Requirements
• All required documents must be attached to your application for consideration: + CV/Resume + Cover Letter + Internal candidates must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals. + Internal candidates who have not met their current department's 1
• or 2-year commitment, must attach an early release from their current supervisor.
• International Degrees
• + A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U.S. equivalent degree. + Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) (www.naces.org) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) (www.aice-eval.org).
• Exemption Status
• Exempt
• Compensation Detail
• $69,451.20
• $104,270.40 / year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
• Benefits Eligible
• Yes
• Schedule
• Full Time
• Hours/Pay Period
• 80 •Schedule Details•Monday•Friday, 8:00 a.

m.

• 5:00 p.m.
• Weekend Schedule
• No weekends, no call.
• International Assignment
• No •Site Description•Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.

Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

• Equal Opportunity
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.

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• Recruiter
• Laura Heyde
• Equal opportunity
• As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate.

Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.