Dialysis Social Worker-MSW

Company: Employer
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

OverviewThe 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.Qualifications* A Masters Degree from an accredited Social Work Program is required.* 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 or . 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.For more information about equal opportunity please see:;;; and
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted: 05/13/2022

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