A non-profit integrated medical group in northeast Connecticut is adding a Family Medicine Physician. Opportunity Details<ul><li>Team of 6 Physicians and 2 Advanced Practice Providers</li><li>4-day work week</li><li>Rotating call by phone only</li><li>The average daily patient census is 20</li><li>104-bed acute care community hospital</li><li>Athena EMR</li><li>Monday through Friday work week.</li><li>Base salary plus RVU bonus incentives</li><li>Full benefits including employer-matching retirement</li></ul>About the Area<ul><li>Located in the northeast corner of Connecticut with close proximity to the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts</li><li>30 minutes from Providence, 1 hour from Hartford or Boston, and 3 hours to New York City</li><li>Quaint New England town nestled on the banks of the Quinebaug River with a population of fewer than 10,000 people</li></ul> JV-7 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xPUERFVTWlYTtSsuiVAcxwq" width="0" height="0" />

**Family Medicine Physician**

A non-profit integrated medical group in northeast Connecticut is adding a Family Medicine Physician.

**Job Description**

- Team of 6 Physicians and 2 Advanced Practice Providers
- 4-day work week
- Rotating call by phone only
- The average daily patient census is 20
- 104-bed acute care community hospital
- Athena EMR
- Monday through Friday work week
- Base salary plus RVU bonus incentives
- Full benefits including employer-matching retirement

**Community Overview**

Located in the northeast corner of Connecticut with close proximity to the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. 

30 minutes from Providence, 1 hour from Hartford or Boston, and 3 hours to New York City.

Quaint New England town nestled on the banks of the Quinebaug River with a population of fewer than 10,000 people.

Physician / Family Practice / Connecticut / Permanent / Family Medicine Opening in Northeast Connecticut - Close to Providence Job

A non-profit integrated medical group in northeast Connecticut is adding a Non-Invasive Cardiologist. Our comprehensive network offers more than 1,100 employees including nearly 300 associated, highly-skilled physicians, surgeons and specialists. Practice Highlights<ul><li> A well-respected team of 5 Cardiologists and an NP and PA </li><li> Offering state-of-the-art testing on a level and variety usually found only at major medical centers, a further indication of its commitment to the heart health of the northeastern Connecticut community. </li><li> The Cardiology Department provides Cardiologists and other physicians with various protocols of exercise stress testing and chemical-induced (Persantine and Dobutamine) stress testing. Nuclear imagery and Echocardiography components help to further enhance the validity of the cardiac diagnosis to meet the unique needs of the individual patient. </li><li> Athena EMR </li><li> Base salary plus RVU bonus incentives </li><li> Full benefits including employer-matching retirement </li></ul>Community/Location<ul><li> Located in the northeast corner of Connecticut with proximity to the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts </li><li> 30 minutes from Providence, 1 hour from Hartford or Boston, and 3 hours to New York City </li><li> Quaint New England town nestled on the banks of the Quinebaug River with a population of fewer than 10,000 people </li></ul> JV-0 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?1KvIdD9kOeezKkL97MatFwi" width="0" height="0" />

**Non-Invasive Cardiologist**

A non-profit integrated medical group in northeast Connecticut is adding a Non-Invasive Cardiologist. Our comprehensive network offers more than 1,100 employees including nearly 300 associated, highly-skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists.

**Job Description**

- A well-respected team of 5 Cardiologists and an NP and PA
- Offering state-of-the-art testing on a level and variety usually found only at major medical centers, a further indication of its commitment to the heart health of the northeastern Connecticut community.
- The Cardiology Department provides Cardiologists and other physicians with various protocols of exercise stress testing and chemical-induced (Persantine and Dobutamine) stress testing. Nuclear imagery and Echocardiography components help to further enhance the validity of the cardiac diagnosis to meet the unique needs of the individual patient.
- Athena EMR
- Base salary plus RVU bonus incentives
- Full benefits including employer-matching retirement

**Community Overview**

Located in the northeast corner of Connecticut with proximity to the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. 

30 minutes from Providence, 1 hour from Hartford or Boston, and 3 hours to New York City.

Quaint New England town nestled on the banks of the Quinebaug River with a population of fewer than 10,000 people.

Physician / Cardiology - Non Invasive / Connecticut / Permanent / Non-Invasive Cardiology in Northeast Connecticut w/Employer Matched Retirement Job

A non-profit integrated medical group in northeast Connecticut is adding a Non-Invasive Cardiologist. Our comprehensive network offers more than 1,100 employees including nearly 300 associated, highly-skilled physicians, surgeons and specialists. Practice Highlights<ul><li> A well-respected team of 5 Cardiologists and an NP and PA </li><li> Offering state-of-the-art testing on a level and variety usually found only at major medical centers, a further indication of its commitment to the heart health of the northeastern Connecticut community. </li><li> The Cardiology Department provides Cardiologists and other physicians with various protocols of exercise stress testing and chemical-induced (Persantine and Dobutamine) stress testing. Nuclear imagery and Echocardiography components help to further enhance the validity of the cardiac diagnosis to meet the unique needs of the individual patient. </li><li> Athena EMR </li><li> Base salary plus RVU bonus incentives </li><li> Full benefits including employer-matching retirement </li></ul>Community/Location<ul><li> Located in the northeast corner of Connecticut with proximity to the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts </li><li> 30 minutes from Providence, 1 hour from Hartford or Boston, and 3 hours to New York City </li><li> Quaint New England town nestled on the banks of the Quinebaug River with a population of fewer than 10,000 people </li></ul> JV-1 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xPUERFVTWlZkOTa6xAR3UAq" width="0" height="0" />

Physician / Cardiology / Connecticut / Permanent / Non-Invasive Cardiology in Northeast Connecticut w/Employer Matched Retirement Job

We are seeking an experienced Non-Invasive/Interventional Cardiologist looking to do a mix of both. This position is ideal for someone who is looking to wind down the intensity level of Interventional Cardiology while still maintaining a balanced lifestyle in a community practice outpatient setting. About the position: <ul><li> Full-time opportunity </li><li> ,8 FTE will be practicing non-invasive cardiology </li><li> .2 FTE will be practicing in Interventional cardiology </li><li> Beautifully appointed office space </li><li> Physician-led medical group </li><li> Large referral base </li><li> Be busy from day 1 </li></ul>About the compensation: <ul><li> Leading and competitive base salary </li><li> Sign-on and relocation </li><li> Malpractice and tail insurance </li><li> Bonus incentives </li><li> Generous time off </li><li> Retirement program </li></ul>Who we are seeking:<ul><li> Experienced candidates preferred </li><li> Board-certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology </li><li> CT licensed or ability to become licensed </li></ul>About the location:<ul><li> Centrally located between Boston and NYC </li><li> Top schools in the country </li><li> Choices of boarding schools, colleges and universities </li><li> Affordable neighborhoods </li><li> Coastal, suburban, and urban neighborhoods </li></ul> JV-3 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?z4I3OmCwvGBoRFOJ0XQWlAr" width="0" height="0" />

**Non-Invasive/Interventional Cardiologist**

We are seeking an experienced Non-Invasive/Interventional Cardiologist looking to do a mix of both. This position is ideal for someone who is looking to wind down the intensity level of Interventional Cardiology while still maintaining a balanced lifestyle in a community practice outpatient setting.

**Job Description**

- Full-time opportunity
- 0.8 FTE will be practicing non-invasive cardiology
- 0.2 FTE will be practicing in Interventional cardiology
- Beautifully appointed office space
- Physician-led medical group
- Large referral base
- Be busy from day 1

**Requirements**

- Experienced candidates preferred
- Board-certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology
- CT licensed or ability to become licensed

**Benefits**

- Leading and competitive base salary
- Sign-on and relocation
- Malpractice and tail insurance
- Bonus incentives
- Generous time off
- Retirement program

**Community Overview**

Centrally located between Boston and NYC, the area boasts top schools in the country, choices of boarding schools, colleges, and universities, affordable neighborhoods, and a variety of coastal, suburban, and urban neighborhoods.

Physician / Cardiology / Connecticut / Permanent / Hybrid Non-Invasive & Interventional Cardiology - Eastern Connecticut - Sign-On Job

One of the largest health systems in the state of Connecticut is adding an Internal Medicine Physician in the eastern part of the state. Your choice of part-time or hybrid with clinic days and remote work. We have 4000 Providers and a network of 7 hospitals with more than 300 office locations About the Opportunity:<ul><li>This position can be either Part-time, 3 days in the clinic, or full-time with a hybrid of 3 days in the office, 2 days virtual</li><li>Weekend call averages twice per year</li><li>1:1 MA</li><li>EPIC EMR with Dragon</li><li>Robust salary guarantee with an additional uncapped incentive plan</li><li>Benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, tuition assistance, flexible schedules, PTO, wellness programs, employee assistance, and community involvement opportunities</li><li>Relocation and signing bonus available</li></ul>Community Information:<ul><li>Located in eastern Connecticut, 50 miles from Hartford and 30 miles from Providence</li><li>Proximity to Airports, Colleges, and Universities</li><li>Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy miles of trails at the Moosup Valley State Park Trail and the Pachaug and Quinebaug Blue-Blazed hiking trails, great for hiking, biking, and seasonal activities</li><li>The Quinebaug and Moosup rivers are ideal for kayaking or trout fishing, while Moosup Pond offers classic lakeside relaxation.</li><li>With a population of 15,000 people, it's ranked one of the safest towns in the US for its size</li></ul> JV-73 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?n26icLExobXyI39Y6iHKDAh" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Physician**

One of the largest health systems in the state of Connecticut is adding an Internal Medicine Physician in the eastern part of the state. Your choice of part-time or hybrid with clinic days and remote work. We have 4000 providers and a network of 7 hospitals with more than 300 office locations.

**Job Description**

- This position can be either part-time, 3 days in the clinic, or full-time with a hybrid of 3 days in the office, 2 days virtual
- Weekend call averages twice per year
- 1:1 MA
- EPIC EMR with Dragon
- Robust salary guarantee with an additional uncapped incentive plan
- Benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, tuition assistance, flexible schedules, PTO, wellness programs, employee assistance, and community involvement opportunities
- Relocation and signing bonus available

**Community Overview**

Located in eastern Connecticut, 50 miles from Hartford and 30 miles from Providence. Proximity to airports, colleges, and universities. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy miles of trails at the Moosup Valley State Park Trail and the Pachaug and Quinebaug Blue-Blazed hiking trails, great for hiking, biking, and seasonal activities. The Quinebaug and Moosup rivers are ideal for kayaking or trout fishing, while Moosup Pond offers classic lakeside relaxation. With a population of 15,000 people, it's ranked one of the safest towns in the US for its size.

Physician / Internal Medicine / Connecticut / Permanent / Internal Medicine Physician Opening in Eastern Connecticut - Infrequent Call Job

Primary Care Physician for reputable group with Proximity to Hartford and Providence Opportunity Features<ul><li>Employed position with medical group of over 1400 Providers</li><li>Signing bonus and relocation assistance</li><li>Option for 4 day work week</li><li>Call is phone call only. 2 weekends per year. Weekday call is every 6 weeks</li><li>2 year base salary with wRVU incentive</li><li>Structured new Provider orientation and mentorship program</li><li>EPIC EMR</li></ul>Location<ul><li>Located in eastern Connecticut with a population of 40,000</li><li>Close to Rhode Island border. Minutes from the seacoast. 40 miles east of Hartford. 1 hour to Providence and just over 3 hours to New York City</li></ul> JV-1 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ytyqKEmIAt5H19WbdBRFsAo" width="0" height="0" />

**Primary Care Physician**

Join a reputable group as a Primary Care Physician with proximity to Hartford and Providence.

**Job Description**

- Employed position with a medical group of over 1400 providers
- Signing bonus and relocation assistance
- Option for a 4-day work week
- Call is phone call only, with 2 weekends per year. Weekday call is every 6 weeks
- 2-year base salary with wRVU incentive
- Structured new provider orientation and mentorship program
- EPIC EMR

**Location**

- Located in eastern Connecticut with a population of 40,000
- Close to the Rhode Island border, minutes from the seacoast, 40 miles east of Hartford, 1 hour to Providence, and just over 3 hours to New York City.

Physician / Internal Medicine / Connecticut / Permanent / Internal Medicine Physician for large healthcare system in Connecticut Job

Primary Care Physician for reputable group in eastern Connecticut. Opportunity Features<ul><li>Employed position with medical group of over 1400 Providers</li><li>Signing bonus and relocation assistance</li><li>Option for 4 day work week</li><li>Call is phone call only. 2 weekends per year. Weekday call is every 6 weeks</li><li>2 year base salary with wRVU incentive</li><li>Structured new Provider orientation and mentorship program</li><li>EPIC EMR</li></ul>Location<ul><li>Located in the eastern part of Connecticut. 47 miles east of Hartford. 30 miles from Providence and one hour from Boston</li><li>Small, quiet community of 6000. Antique shops, historic downtown with unique restaurants.</li></ul> JV-0 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?TyjQeh3p4%2fP68ETQYQz0ogm" width="0" height="0" />

**Primary Care Physician**

Join a reputable group in eastern Connecticut as a Primary Care Physician.

**Job Description**

- Employed position with a medical group of over 1400 providers
- Signing bonus and relocation assistance
- Option for a 4-day work week
- Call is phone call only, with 2 weekends per year. Weekday call is every 6 weeks
- 2-year base salary with wRVU incentive
- Structured new provider orientation and mentorship program
- EPIC EMR

**Location**

- Located in the eastern part of Connecticut, 47 miles east of Hartford, 30 miles from Providence, and one hour from Boston
- Small, quiet community of 6000 with antique shops and a historic downtown featuring unique restaurants.

A hospital in south central Massachusetts is adding a Nocturnist to its team. The hospital offers a comprehensive list of family-based health care, including advanced diagnostic imaging, adult inpatient care, and outpatient cardiac rehabilitation. We have a 14-bed adult psychiatric care unit, laboratory services, nutrition counseling, primary and specialty care offices, physical and occupational therapy, and more. About the opportunity:<ul><li> Non-profit health system with 114-bed acute care medical center </li><li> Adult medical/surgical inpatient floors are equipped to handle post-operative patients and admitted patients from emergency visits, illness, respiratory, cardiac, and other conditions </li><li> Capacity for same-day pediatric patients </li><li> The hospital has a staffed intensive care unit, an eICU, and a state-of-the-art monitoring system designed to improve patient support </li><li> Nocturnists work a block schedule of 7 nights on, 7 off </li><li> The hours are 7 pm-7 am </li><li> Robust salary and benefits package </li></ul>Community/Location:<ul><li> Located in south-central Massachusetts. 25 miles south of Worcester and 45 miles to Hartford. Both Hartford and Worcester have regional airports </li><li> Boston is just a 90-minute drive, and Providence is a one-hour drive </li><li> Population of 17,000 people </li><li> This community boasts a heritage museum, historical buildings, a lake with a recreation area, and a country club </li></ul> JV-8 <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?jaopn1lYnUYHqMqjwTMYRAk" width="0" height="0" />

**Nocturnist**

A hospital in south central Massachusetts is adding a Nocturnist to its team. The hospital offers a comprehensive list of family-based health care, including advanced diagnostic imaging, adult inpatient care, and outpatient cardiac rehabilitation. We have a 14-bed adult psychiatric care unit, laboratory services, nutrition counseling, primary and specialty care offices, physical and occupational therapy, and more.

**Job Description**

- Non-profit health system with a 114-bed acute care medical center
- Adult medical/surgical inpatient floors are equipped to handle post-operative patients and admitted patients from emergency visits, illness, respiratory, cardiac, and other conditions
- Capacity for same-day pediatric patients
- The hospital has a staffed intensive care unit, an eICU, and a state-of-the-art monitoring system designed to improve patient support
- Nocturnists work a block schedule of 7 nights on, 7 off
- The hours are 7 pm-7 am
- Robust salary and benefits package

**Community Overview**

Located in south-central Massachusetts, 25 miles south of Worcester and 45 miles to Hartford. Both Hartford and Worcester have regional airports. Boston is just a 90-minute drive, and Providence is a one-hour drive. The population is 17,000 people. This community boasts a heritage museum, historical buildings, a lake with a recreation area, and a country club.

Physician / Hospitalist / Massachusetts / Permanent / Nocturnist Opening in South Central Massachusetts - 90 Minutes to Boston Job

Great opportunity for a Hospitalist NP/PA to join a well-respected healthcare facility in Northeastern CT about 1hr from Hartford, CT, 45 mins from Providence, RI and 30 mins to Worcester, MA<ul><li>Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)</li><li>Full-time, approximately 40 hours a week (5 x 8hrs shifts a week)</li><li>Shifts are 8-hour days shifts (7a-3p or 12p-8p, will be working both)</li><li>No block scheduling; approximately 20-21 shifts per month</li><li>Will work at least one weekend a month (Will have days off during the week if working the weekend)</li><li>Typically see approx. 12 patients in an 8-hour shift</li><li>It will be a mix of rounding and admissions </li><li>Will be seeing ages 16+</li><li>Open ICU. Hospitalist admit patients to the ICU.</li><li>No procedures are required</li><li>Seeking candidates with at least 1-2 years Hospitalist NP/PA experience </li><li>Hospitalists will attend to codes and rapid response to the floor but not to the ED</li><li>The facility has Cardiology, GI, Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Urology on Call.</li><li>Competitive salary, full benefits, eligible for loan repayment and sign-on bonus.</li><li>Please refer to Job ID </li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?1KvIdD9kOeeeOWE9GL5eNQi" width="0" height="0" />

**Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant**

Great opportunity for a Hospitalist NP/PA to join a well-respected healthcare facility in Northeastern CT about 1 hour from Hartford, CT, 45 minutes from Providence, RI, and 30 minutes to Worcester, MA.

**Job Description**

- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
- Full-time, approximately 40 hours a week (5 x 8-hour shifts a week)
- Shifts are 8-hour day shifts (7 a.m. - 3 p.m. or 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., will be working both)
- No block scheduling; approximately 20-21 shifts per month
- Will work at least one weekend a month (will have days off during the week if working the weekend)
- Typically see approximately 12 patients in an 8-hour shift
- It will be a mix of rounding and admissions
- Will be seeing ages 16 and older
- Open ICU. Hospitalists admit patients to the ICU.
- No procedures are required
- Seeking candidates with at least 1-2 years of Hospitalist NP/PA experience
- Hospitalists will attend to codes and rapid response to the floor but not to the ED
- The facility has Cardiology, GI, Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Urology on call.
- Competitive salary, full benefits, eligible for loan repayment and sign-on bonus.

Hospitalist NP/PA in NE Connecticut about 1hr from Hartford / 45 mins from Providence

LCSW/LICSW 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> The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.Hourly Rate: $27.60 - $36.83 EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ki8djUkWJbj%2b6eJA4E5TkAy" width="0" height="0" />

**LCSW/LICSW**

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 patient 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 in 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.

**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).

**Education and Required Credentials**

- 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

**Experience and Skills**

- 0 - 2 years' related experience

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Hourly Rate: $27.60 - $36.83