Master Social Worker - MSW
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1163, Whites Mill Road, Valley, Chambers County, Alabama, 36854, United States
About the Role
This entry-level Master of Social Work (MSW) position is designed to provide essential psychosocial services to patients undergoing dialysis treatment, both in-center and at home. The role serves as a vital link within the interdisciplinary healthcare team, dedicated to promoting positive adjustment, rehabilitation, and an improved quality of life for individuals living with Chronic Kidney Disease.
As a Social Worker at Fresenius Kidney Care, you will utilize established social work theories and accepted practice methods to support patients and their families through the emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges of their condition. Your work directly contributes to the organization's commitment to Quality Indicators and Outcomes, ensuring comprehensive, high-quality care that addresses the unique needs of every patient.
Day in the Life
You will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to assess patients' psychosocial status, strengths, and areas of need. This involves conducting comprehensive assessments to identify barriers to optimal treatment outcomes and developing care plans that align with patient rehabilitation goals.
Your daily activities include providing supportive counseling, facilitating discussions on advance directives and DNR status, and assisting patients with referrals to community resources such as home health services and vocational rehabilitation. You will also play a key role in patient education, helping individuals and families understand their rights, treatment modalities, and the psychosocial aspects of End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Additionally, you will act as a liaison for insurance and financial assistance issues, ensuring patients have the support they need to navigate payment and coverage complexities.
Our Commitment to Quality and Culture
We are dedicated to fostering an environment where quality of life is a priority. This role actively participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) activities, including monthly quality review meetings, to enhance patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans. By addressing non-adherence and quality of life concerns, you help ensure that patients achieve their health goals.
Fresenius Kidney Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all team members can thrive.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Social Work Theory, Social Work Practice, Social Work Focused Interventions, Quality Of Life Measurement Instruments, Patient Assessment, Care Planning, Counseling, Patient Education, Transplant Referral Process, Transplant Waitlist Management.
Education: Masters in Social Work required.
Frequently asked questions about Master Social Worker - MSW at Fresenius Medical Care
What does a Master Social Worker - MSW at Fresenius Medical Care do?expand_more
In this Master Social Worker - MSW at Fresenius Medical Care role, you will participate in quality review meetings and report on adherence and quality indicators; assess patients' psychosocial status and identify needs affecting treatment outcomes; facilitate patient referrals to community resources and vocational rehabilitation programs; and provide supportive counseling and goal-directed interventions to dialysis patients.
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To qualify for the Master Social Worker - MSW at Fresenius Medical Care position, applicants should have: Masters in Social Work; State required license; and 0 - 2 years' related experience.
Where is the Master Social Worker - MSW role at Fresenius Medical Care located?expand_more
Master Social Worker - MSW at Fresenius Medical Care is based in 1163, Whites Mill Road, Valley, Chambers County, Alabama, 36854, United States. This is a on-site role.