Dialysis Medical Social Worker

Medical Social Worker

We are currently seeking a Medical Social Worker for our outpatient dialysis clinic located in Anchorage, AK. The key responsibilities for this position are as follows:

Job Description

• Responsible, through direct action, for the overall psychosocial management and quality of patient care.
• Ability to provide psychosocial evaluation and counseling to patients and their families.
• The ability to complete records and maintain case records.
• Provides guidance for patients' services. These may include outpatient dialysis programs and self-care home programs delivered in the community.
• Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team and, in collaboration with the Physician and management team, will contribute to the plan of care, and document the plan, interventions, and evaluation of outcomes in the interdisciplinary progress notes.

Requirements

• Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work or its clinical practice.
• Eligible for membership in the National Association of Social Workers.
• Ability to provide psychosocial evaluations and counseling to ESRD patients and their families. The ability to complete and maintain records.
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Social Worker in a medical and/or clinical setting, dialysis, or other physically ill population experience preferred.
• Must be licensed in Alaska or willing and able to apply for and receive a license in the State.

Skills Needed for Success

• Leadership ability and organizational skills.
• Computer software knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to understand and implement government standards.

Physical Job Requirements

• Frequent long periods of standing, bending, stooping, walking, sitting.
• The ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to travel to and from clinics as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plans.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid time off, and a 401k Retirement Plan with a company match.
• Excellent work/life balance schedules.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities available at every clinic.
• Opportunities for advancement.