<ul> <li>Work Dates Needed: As soon as credentialed - Ongoing</li> <li>Preferred Schedule: 20 - 30 Shifts per month; must be willing to work both days and nights; 6a-6p, 6p-6a</li> <li>Worksite Setting: Hospital</li> <li>Scope of Work: Emergency Medicine</li> <li>Licenses, Certifications, Requirements: ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BC, Active License</li> <li>Volume Level 2 </li> <li>EMR: Meditech</li> <li>Pay Rate Preferred: N/A</li></ul> Posted Date: 2025-11-17<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?1KvIdD9kOecq4sruW8RWngi" width="0" height="0" />

**Emergency Medicine Physician**

Join our team as an Emergency Medicine Physician in a hospital setting. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on providing high-quality emergency care.

**Job Description**

- Work dates needed: As soon as credentialed - Ongoing
- Preferred schedule: 20 - 30 shifts per month; must be willing to work both days and nights; 6a-6p, 6p-6a
- Worksite setting: Hospital
- Scope of work: Emergency Medicine
- Volume level: 2
- EMR: Meditech

**Requirements**

- Licenses, certifications, requirements: ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BC, Active License

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

Inpatient Psychiatry Opening in Georgetown, DEDover 36m, Wilmington 85mA well-established behavioral health facility in Georgetown, Delaware is seeking a Psychiatrist for a full-time inpatient role. This position offers a structured weekday schedule with no nights, no weekends, and no on-call, making it an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking work-life balance in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.Position Overview Setting: 100% onsite (no telehealth) Schedule: Monday-Friday (day shift only) Call: No call Weekends: No weekends Patient Load: Average of 18 patients per day Facility Size: 99 inpatient beds Team Structure: 2 Psychiatrists and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Required Patient Population/Treatment Disorders: Anxiety disorders Affective disorders ADD/ADHD Eating disorders Personality disorders Developmental disorders Psychotic disorders Required Skills: Familiarity with involuntary commitments Proficiency in pharmacotherapy EMR: WellSkyCandidate Requirements Board Status: Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Psychiatry (within 0-5 years of residency) Licensure: Delaware license or willingness to obtain DEA - must be obtained prior to start (no exemptions) CSR/CDS - must be obtained prior to start (no exemptions) BLS - required (or willing to obtain)Compensation & Benefits Salary: Competitive; to be discussed during interview (provider may submit salary expectations) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off 401(k) retirement planWhy This Role? Enjoy a predictable weekday-only schedule with no nights or weekend responsibilities Be part of a collaborative psychiatric team in a low-turnover environment Deliver care in a community-focused setting in historic Georgetown, DE Make a real impact treating a diverse population with a broad range of psychiatric conditions<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Kug8uIF0eFr1lr7n2r8Ewgn" width="0" height="0" />

**Inpatient Psychiatry Opening in Georgetown, DE**

A well-established behavioral health facility in Georgetown, Delaware is seeking a Psychiatrist for a full-time inpatient role. This position offers a structured weekday schedule with no nights, no weekends, and no on-call, making it an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking work-life balance in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

**Job Description**

- Setting: 100% onsite (no telehealth)
- Schedule: Monday-Friday (day shift only)
- Call: No call
- Weekends: No weekends
- Patient Load: Average of 18 patients per day
- Facility Size: 99 inpatient beds
- Team Structure: 2 Psychiatrists and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Required Patient Population/Treatment Disorders: 
  - Anxiety disorders
  - Affective disorders
  - ADD/ADHD
  - Eating disorders
  - Personality disorders
  - Developmental disorders
  - Psychotic disorders
- Required Skills: 
  - Familiarity with involuntary commitments
  - Proficiency in pharmacotherapy
- EMR: WellSky

**Requirements**

- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Psychiatry (within 0-5 years of residency)
- Delaware license or willingness to obtain
- DEA - must be obtained prior to start (no exemptions)
- CSR/CDS - must be obtained prior to start (no exemptions)
- BLS - required (or willing to obtain)

**Benefits**

- Competitive salary; to be discussed during interview (provider may submit salary expectations)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan

**Why This Role?**

Enjoy a predictable weekday-only schedule with no nights or weekend responsibilities. Be part of a collaborative psychiatric team in a low-turnover environment. Deliver care in a community-focused setting in historic Georgetown, DE. Make a real impact treating a diverse population with a broad range of psychiatric conditions.

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

An independent private practice group consisting of 11 Radiologists seeks to hire a Breast Imager to staff a state-of-the-art breast center. Full or part-time available. 100% Breast imaging available, no call position. Award winning beaches, boardwalk, top ranked schools, no state tax, and more make this a truly stand-out opportunity! Highly competitive package including up to $50,000 sign-on bonus, great benefits, 10 weeks of paid time off, solid earning potential and more. Charming coastal town located between the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay with very low property taxes, no sales tax, and a top-ranked public-school system. The practice serves a 210-bed hospital and several nearby satellite offices. 2024 Breast Imaging Fellows are welcome to apply. J1 Visa candidates considered.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?WI0v1W63Vg4CyhyCSeSwfwf" width="0" height="0" />

**Breast Imager**

An independent private practice group consisting of 11 Radiologists seeks to hire a Breast Imager to staff a state-of-the-art breast center. Full or part-time available. 100% breast imaging available, no call position. Award-winning beaches, boardwalk, top-ranked schools, no state tax, and more make this a truly stand-out opportunity!

**Job Description**

- Highly competitive package including up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
- Great benefits
- 10 weeks of paid time off
- Solid earning potential

**Community Overview**

Charming coastal town located between the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay with very low property taxes, no sales tax, and a top-ranked public school system. The practice serves a 210-bed hospital and several nearby satellite offices. 2024 Breast Imaging Fellows are welcome to apply. J1 Visa candidates considered.

Anesthesiology Physician

Job Quick Facts: • Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology • Job Type: Locum Tenens • Facility Location: Salisbury, MD • Service Setting: Inpatient • Reason For Coverage: Supplemental • Coverage Period: Dec 1, 2025 - Ongoing • Coverage Type: Clinical only • Shift Schedule: 24-hr shift • Shift Coverage: Gyn, ED consults & OB. • Patient Volume: 15 • Annual Deliveries: Ave. of 2500 • Admissions Required: Yes • Support Staff: 10 RNs • Beds in the Dept: 13 • Trauma Level: III • EMR: Epic • Required to Supervise APPs: Yes • Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered Requirements: • Active MD License or IMLC • BC • ACLS<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?QCpNBDQkgIuE6zBpRDZiigd" width="0" height="0" />

**Obstetrics and Gynecology**

Join our team as a locum tenens Obstetrics and Gynecology specialist in Salisbury, MD. This position offers an opportunity to work in an inpatient setting with a supportive environment.

**Job Description**

- Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Facility Location: Salisbury, MD
- Service Setting: Inpatient
- Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
- Coverage Period: Dec 1, 2025 - Ongoing
- Coverage Type: Clinical only
- Shift Schedule: 24-hour shift
- Shift Coverage: Gyn, ED consults & OB
- Patient Volume: 15
- Annual Deliveries: Average of 2500
- Admissions Required: Yes
- Support Staff: 10 RNs
- Beds in the Department: 13
- Trauma Level: III
- EMR: Epic
- Required to Supervise APPs: Yes
- Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

**Requirements**

- Active MD License or IMLC
- Board Certified (BC)
- ACLS certification

11/18 Duration 6 DAYS Schedule & Weekly Hours CLINIC IS OPEN MONDAY FRIDAY SHIFTS ARE 8A-5P DATES NEEDED TO BE FILLED 11/18, 11/19, 11/20, 11/26, 11/27 On-call/Callback NO CALL Rates 385/HR MAX REGULAR PAY 420/HR OT OVER 10 HOURS DAILY Travel/Lodging WILL COVER FULL TRAVEL AND LODGING Types of cases/procedures UROLOGY CASES ONLY GENERAL AND MAC ANESTHESIA CONTACT - DEON GRAVES<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?cDd2GYUEttD1E%2bBqFteUSQg" width="0" height="0" />

**Urology Physician**

Join our team for a temporary position focused on urology cases. This opportunity offers a structured schedule and competitive pay.

**Job Description**

- Duration: 6 days
- Schedule: Clinic is open Monday to Friday, shifts are 8 AM to 5 PM
- Dates needed to be filled: 11/18, 11/19, 11/20, 11/26, 11/27
- On-call/Callback: No call
- Types of cases/procedures: Urology cases only, general and MAC anesthesia

**Rates**

- $385/hr max regular pay
- $420/hr for overtime over 10 hours daily

**Travel and Lodging**

- Will cover full travel and lodging

Growing community health practice is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner / NP to work in a Primary Care setting near Georgetown, Delaware. Join a healthcare team that provides quality care and service in a community health setting. This position is only open to experienced and confident NPs who have at least one year in an outpatient primary care setting. Company: <ul><li>This group was founded in the late 90 s, a leading provider with an innovated and community approach to results-driven care</li><li>Offering same day appointments, focusing on service and mission</li><li>Building a more effective and compassionate health system and providing excellent, comprehensive health care management serving 4 locations</li></ul> Benefits and Features: <ul><li>$120,000 - $130,000 / year</li><li>Opportunity for bonuses</li><li>Comprehensive benefits</li><li>10 days PTO + 3 days of CME</li></ul> Your Role with the Company: <ul><li>Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:30p, </li><li>Weekend call every 5th weekend- phone calls only or telemedicine</li><li>Seeing mostly adult patients, ages 13 and up</li><li>Nurse Practitioner/NP seeing an average of 20-24 patients per day </li></ul> Background Profile: <ul><li>Nurse Practitioner, NP, APRN, FNP, AGNP</li><li>3+ year of primary care experience as a NP required</li></ul> For more information: ANNA CRAIG <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XksNG9HqOIRRYgYyBdj%2fqgs" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Growing community health practice is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner / NP to work in a Primary Care setting near Georgetown, Delaware. 

Join a healthcare team that provides quality care and service in a community health setting. This position is only open to experienced and confident NPs who have at least one year in an outpatient primary care setting.

**Job Description**

- Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:30 PM
- Weekend call every 5th weekend - phone calls only or telemedicine
- Seeing mostly adult patients, ages 13 and up
- Nurse Practitioner/NP seeing an average of 20-24 patients per day

**Company Overview**

- This group was founded in the late 90s, a leading provider with an innovative and community approach to results-driven care
- Offering same day appointments, focusing on service and mission
- Building a more effective and compassionate health system and providing excellent, comprehensive health care management serving 4 locations

**Requirements**

- Nurse Practitioner, NP, APRN, FNP, AGNP
- 3+ years of primary care experience as a NP required

**Benefits**

- $120,000 - $130,000 per year
- Opportunity for bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits
- 10 days PTO + 3 days of CME

Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Looking for a full-time PM&R Inpatient Physician interested in joining an already established practice and growing within the community in Salisbury, Maryland. PRACTICE HIGHLIGHTS<ul><li>14-18 patient load with support of mid-level providers</li><li>Out-patient EMG?s</li><li>Skilled Nursing Facility consult service to supplement income/productivity</li><li>Call every 4 weeks</li><li>Cover night call by phone and weekend rounds and admits with mid-level.</li><li>High-Income potential with benefits</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>MD or DO with a state medical license or willingness to obtain a state license</li><li>Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation</li><li>Patient-centered commitment to excellence</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communications skills</li><li>Hospital-based physiatry experience preferred</li></ul>WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE - SALISBURY, MARYLANDFounded in 1732, Salisbury is the largest city on the Maryland Eastern Shore. Perfectly nestled in between the beach and bay, Salisbury is one of America?s fastest-growing cities. Main street Salisbury offers something for the whole family with shopping and dining for everyone?s tastes. One of the area?s major attractions is the Delmarva Shorebirds, a minor league affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles and with Ocean City a short drive away, Salisbury can be a great place to live and work! ? DO-0 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?TyjQeh3p4%2fNQouUlTS%2fmCwm" width="0" height="0" />

**PM&R Inpatient Physician**

Looking for a full-time PM&R Inpatient Physician interested in joining an already established practice and growing within the community in Salisbury, Maryland.

**Job Description**

- 14-18 patient load with support of mid-level providers
- Out-patient EMGs
- Skilled Nursing Facility consult service to supplement income/productivity
- Call every 4 weeks
- Cover night call by phone and weekend rounds and admits with mid-level
- High-income potential with benefits

**Requirements**

- MD or DO with a state medical license or willingness to obtain a state license
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Patient-centered commitment to excellence
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Hospital-based physiatry experience preferred

**Community Overview**

Founded in 1732, Salisbury is the largest city on the Maryland Eastern Shore. Perfectly nestled in between the beach and bay, Salisbury is one of America's fastest-growing cities. Main Street Salisbury offers something for the whole family with shopping and dining for everyone's tastes. One of the area's major attractions is the Delmarva Shorebirds, a minor league affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, and with Ocean City a short drive away, Salisbury can be a great place to live and work!

Physician / Physical Medicine and Rehab / Maryland / Permanent / Inpatient Physiatry in Salisbury, Maryland - High Income & Great Benefits Job

Interviews are being scheduled for a full-time Gynecology position with a tight-knit, hospital-employed practice in Ocean City, MD! Position Information<ul><li>Gynecology ONLY with no OB</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>15-18 patients per day</li><li>Incredible support</li><li>Leading compensation plan with world-class benefits</li></ul>Community/LocationMove to this wonderful residential beachfront community that was r anked as one of the Coolest Small Towns in America by Travel Magazine. The area offers 17 outstanding golf courses, a performing arts center, endless water activities, sports & recreation, shopping, free family events, amazing food options & excellent public & private schools. Just 2 1/2 hours to Baltimore, DC, Philly, and Norfolk. TM-2 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?1KvIdD9kOecACxT3CusGwAi" width="0" height="0" />

**Gynecology Position**

Interviews are being scheduled for a full-time Gynecology position with a tight-knit, hospital-employed practice in Ocean City, MD!

**Job Description**

- Gynecology ONLY with no OB
- Flexible schedule
- 15-18 patients per day
- Incredible support
- Leading compensation plan with world-class benefits

**Community Overview**

Move to this wonderful residential beachfront community that was ranked as one of the Coolest Small Towns in America by Travel Magazine. The area offers 17 outstanding golf courses, a performing arts center, endless water activities, sports and recreation, shopping, free family events, amazing food options, and excellent public and private schools. Just 2 1/2 hours to Baltimore, DC, Philly, and Norfolk.

Physician / Gynecology / Maryland / Permanent / Ocean City, MD Gynecology - Great Schedule & Support Job

11/18 Duration 6 DAYS Schedule & Weekly Hours CLINIC IS OPEN MONDAY FRIDAY SHIFTS ARE 8A-5P DATES NEEDED TO BE FILLED 11/18, 11/19, 11/20, 11/26, 11/27 On-call/Callback NO CALL Rates 385/HR MAX REGULAR PAY 420/HR OT OVER 10 HOURS DAILY Travel/Lodging WILL COVER FULL TRAVEL AND LODGING Types of cases/procedures UROLOGY CASES ONLY GENERAL AND MAC ANESTHESIA CONTACT - DEON GRAVES<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?DgYyEEfljqnKCPvBFwe0UAe" width="0" height="0" />

**Urology Anesthesiologist**

Join our team as a Urology Anesthesiologist for a short-term assignment. This position offers a structured schedule and competitive compensation.

**Job Description**

- Duration: 6 days
- Schedule: Clinic is open Monday to Friday, shifts are 8 AM to 5 PM
- Dates needed to be filled: 11/18, 11/19, 11/20, 11/26, 11/27
- On-call/Callback: No call required
- Types of cases/procedures: Urology cases only, general and MAC anesthesia

**Rates**

- $385/hr max regular pay
- $420/hr for overtime over 10 hours daily

**Travel and Lodging**

- Will cover full travel and lodging expenses

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FKC Quality Goals. This is an entry level MSW role. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling <ul><li> As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment. </li><li> Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life. </li><li> Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals. </li><li>Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.</li><li>Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.</li><li> Provides educational and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant. </li><li> Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes. </li><li> Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education. </li><li> Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons. </li><li> In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care. </li><li> Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation. </li><li> Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family. </li></ul></li><li> Quality <ul><li> Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level. </li><li> Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery. </li></ul></li><li> Patient Education <ul><li> Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style, communication barriers, and needs. </li><li> With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities. </li><li> Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management. </li><li> Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available. </li><li> Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients' representative to ensure patients' understanding of the rights and expectations of them. </li><li> Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities. </li></ul></li><li> Patient Admission and Continuity of Care <ul><li> Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and address any immediate needs/concerns. </li><li> Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment. </li><li>The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership.</li></ul></li><li> Insurance and Financial Assistance <ul><li> Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance. </li><li> In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs). </li><li> Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator of any changes to patient state that impacts insurance i.e. transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel. </li><li> Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment related bills </li></ul></li><li> Staff Related <ul><li> Assists with interview process and decision to hire new personnel if requested by SW Manager/Senior Manager. </li><li> Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources). </li><li> Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed. </li><li> Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff. </li></ul></li><li> Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements. </li><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li><li>Travel required (if multiple facilities or home visits, if applicable)</li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> None </li></ul> EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS : <ul><li> Masters in Social Work </li><li> Must have state required license </li><li> Meets the applicable scope of practice board and licensure requirements in effect in the State in which they are employed </li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: <ul><li> 0 - 2 years' related experience </li></ul> EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?w1LVLaMYTXuVLIoA%2fwj9Sgz" width="0" height="0" />

**Social Worker**

Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation, and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates, and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological, and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life, and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FKC Quality Goals. This is an entry-level MSW role.

**Job Description**

- As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths, and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.
- Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.
- Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals.
- Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.
- Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.
- Provides educational and goal-directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.
- Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
- Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assists patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed, or receive education.
- Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.
- In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care.
- Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation.
- Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family.
- Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level.
- Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery.
- Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family, and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style, communication barriers, and needs.
- With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities.
- Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management.
- Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.
- Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network), and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients' representative to ensure patients' understanding of the rights and expectations of them.
- Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.
- Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and addresses any immediate needs/concerns.
- Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment.
- The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request (i.e., transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership.
- Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patients with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance.
- In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs).
- Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator on any changes to patient state that impacts insurance (i.e., transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel).
- Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment-related bills.
- Assists with interview process and decision to hire new personnel if requested by SW Manager/Senior Manager.
- Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g., maintain updated list of transportation resources).
- Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed.
- Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff.
- Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Masters in Social Work
- Must have state required license
- Meets the applicable scope of practice board and licensure requirements in effect in the State in which they are employed
- 0 - 2 years' related experience

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Travel required (if multiple facilities or home visits, if applicable).