Remote Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Healthcare, Dialysis, Medical ServicesIndustries
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)
- Current state license as a clinical social worker (implied by scope of practice and state license requirements)
- Knowledge of social work theory of human behavior and accepted methods of social work practice
- Familiarity with Chronic Kidney Disease's emotional, psychological, and behavioral impacts
- Knowledge of FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy
- Current knowledge of local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and community resources (e.g., home health services)
- Ability to utilize FKC patient education programs, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments
Responsibilities
- Assess patients' psychosocial status, strengths, and areas of need as part of the comprehensive patient assessment
- Participate in care planning with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family to identify interventions for rehabilitation, treatment goals, and quality of life improvement
- Provide monitoring and interventions to help patients adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status
- Offer supportive counseling services within scope of clinical training and state license
- Provide educational and goal-directed counseling to transplant-seeking patients
- Assist with referrals to community resources (e.g., home health, vocational rehabilitation) for optimal treatment outcomes
- Assess patient awareness of advance directives, facilitate discussions, and assist with accessing forms/information
- Participate in discussions of patient DNR status with physician, nurse, patient, and family
- Document MSW interactions and interventions provided to patient and/or family
- Provide psychosocial support and Social Work Focused Interventions for non-adherence, quality outcomes, and quality of life concerns
- Participate in monthly Quality review meetings, reporting on indicators like adherence, Missed/Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery
- Assess patient knowledge of kidney disease and barriers to adherence; provide tailored education with patient, family, and team
- Educate and support staff on the emotional, psychological, and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease
- Actively participate in QAI activities, process improvements, and support FMCNA Quality Goals related to patient satisfaction and quality of life
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a full-time position?
Yes, this is a full-time employment opportunity.
What are the principal duties of the Master Social Worker?
Principal duties include patient assessment, care planning, counseling, monitoring adjustments to dialysis, supportive counseling, transplant education, community resource referrals, vocational rehabilitation assistance, and advance directive discussions.
What salary or compensation does this role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Does this role involve working with a team?
Yes, the role involves collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, healthcare team, physician, and nurse to assess patients, plan care, and discuss topics like DNR status.
What skills or experience make a strong candidate for this MSW position?
Strong candidates will have knowledge of social work theory, experience in psychosocial assessment and counseling, familiarity with dialysis patient needs, and ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary care planning.
Fresenius Medical Care
Provides dialysis and renal healthcare services
About Fresenius Medical Care
Fresenius Medical Care North America focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to individuals with kidney and other chronic conditions. The company operates a vast network of dialysis centers and outpatient labs for cardiac and vascular care, ensuring coordinated treatment for many patients across the continent. It stands out as the largest fully integrated renal company, providing not only dialysis services but also specialty pharmacy and laboratory services. Additionally, Fresenius manufactures and distributes a wide range of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. The goal of Fresenius Medical Care is to enhance the quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses by providing comprehensive and accessible healthcare solutions.
Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1996Year Founded
$39.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
11-50Employees