Social Worker

About the role

Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting. Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment. Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.

Responsibilities

• Support and advocate for patients undergoing life on dialysis.
• Help patients understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Guide patients in managing the physical, mental, emotional, and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) required with a specialization in clinical practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
• Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as well as functional proficiency with DaVita specific applications within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Meets all state required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex patient cases.
• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training, and more.
• Access to various support services such as family resources, EAP counseling sessions, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and Headspace®.

Pay

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.

Schedule

The position will be open for a minimum of three days. For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates.