Medical Caseworker - Dothan, AL, United States - Dialysis Clinic, Inc.

Description

Dialysis Clinic, Inc.

is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease.

Our mission states "the care of the patient is our reason for existence," and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction.

We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care. DCI offers paid training, competitive pay, weekends off, outstanding benefits and a positive, mission-driven culture.

The Dialysis Master Social Worker is responsible for assessing and responding to the psychosocial needs of our dialysis patients to ensure the best possible outcomes and improve quality of life.

Schedule:
Part-time, apx 16 hours/week , shifts start at 8:00am, CST; 00 per hour, depending on dialysis experience

Provide patient support to address emotional, financial and lifestyle changes associated with chronic kidney disease
Assist patients with utilizing community resources for nutritional, emotional, transportation and housing support
Educate patients and their families regarding end-stage renal disease treatment options, including dialysis, transplant and medical management
Help patients compare treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care
Assess family and support system and refer for additional services as needed
Provide counseling services to patients and their families directed at helping them cope with kidney failure and dialysis, follow the treatment plan and achieve the patient's rehabilitation goals
Develop and implement individualized care plans with interdisciplinary care team based on psychosocial assessment to help patients enjoy a better quality of life
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to assess ongoing needs and modify care plan as necessary
Advocate for patients at clinic, community and state/federal levels
Serve as ESRD Network liaison
Engage in a data-driven quality improvement process to positively impact outcomes