Psychosocial Specialist for Dialysis Clinic Patients

1 month ago


Paramount, California, United States Fresenius Medical Care Full time
About the Role

This position provides critical psychosocial services to patients undergoing dialysis treatment at our clinic. As a Psychosocial Specialist, you will collaborate closely with the healthcare team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation, and improved quality of life for our patients.

Responsibilities
  • Assess patients' psychosocial status, strengths, and areas of need that may affect their rehabilitation and treatment outcomes.
  • Collaborate with patients and healthcare teams to identify effective interventions using established social work theory and methods, patient education programs, and quality of life measurement instruments.
  • Provide monitoring and interventions to help patients adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.
  • Assess patients' knowledge of kidney disease and identify barriers to adherence with treatment.
  • Offer supportive counseling services to patients within the scope of your clinical training and state license.
  • Provide information and assist the team and patient with referrals to community resources to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
  • Maintain current knowledge of local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access.
  • Assess patient awareness of advance directives and facilitate discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary.
  • Report on quality indicators related to adherence and service recovery.
  • Work with patients, families, and healthcare teams to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style and needs.
  • Facilitate transplant referral processes and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on transplant waitlist management.
  • Provide ongoing education to patients/families regarding psychosocial issues related to end-stage renal disease and support services.
Requirements
  • A Master's degree in Social Work is required, along with a state-required license.
  • This role requires 0-2 years of experience in a related field.
Benefits
  • Fresenius Medical Care North America offers a competitive salary range of $71,000 - $105,000 annually, depending on qualifications, location, and experience.
  • Tuition reimbursement to support education goals, scholarships to family members, relief during natural disasters, and financial support during personal hardship.
  • A nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition.
  • A diverse workforce and culture that encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all.


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