Facility Master Social Worker (MSW) I - $10k Sign On Bonus
Company: Fresenius Medical Center
Location: Wichita Falls
Posted on: June 20, 2022
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Job Description:
POSITION FEATURES: $10k sign on bonus. 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:
Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling 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 assist 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. Quality 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. Patient Education 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. Patient Admission and Continuity of Care Reviews
Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure &
Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR
Statement (if applicable) and address 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. Insurance and Financial Assistance 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 of 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 Staff
Related 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. 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 perfor m the essential functions.
Travel required (if multiple facilities or home visits, if
applicable) SUPERVISION: None 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 EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free
workplace in accordance with pplicable federal and state laws.
Keywords: Fresenius Medical Center, Wichita Falls , Facility Master Social Worker (MSW) I - $10k Sign On Bonus, Healthcare , Wichita Falls, Texas
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