What are the responsibilities and job description for the Renal Social Worker position at Pure Life Renal?
Company Description Pure Life Renal is a dialysis company that partners with nephrologists through new clinic development and acquisitions to create meaningful, influential collaborations. The organization is committed to providing nephrologists with greater autonomy and flexibility in managing patient care. Pure Life Renal delivers robust business and operational management tools, along with a strong administrative structure, to support high-quality, patient-centered services. This approach allows physicians to focus on delivering excellent clinical care in a well-managed, supportive environment. Candidates joining Pure Life Renal can expect a culture that values clinical expertise, collaborative practice, and efficient operations.
Role Description The Renal Social Worker is a full-time, on-site role based in Stoughton, MA, supporting individuals receiving dialysis and their families. This role provides psychosocial assessments, counseling, and care planning to address emotional, social, financial, and adjustment issues related to chronic kidney disease and dialysis treatment. Daily responsibilities include collaborating with nephrologists, nurses, dietitians, and other team members to develop and update individualized care plans, coordinate community resources, and support treatment adherence. The Renal Social Worker will facilitate patient and family education, assist with transportation and insurance-related concerns, and advocate for patient rights and needs. This role also involves maintaining accurate documentation, participating in interdisciplinary care conferences, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives within the clinic.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated skills in psychosocial assessment, individual and family counseling, and crisis intervention in a healthcare setting.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team and communicate clearly with patients, families, and clinical staff.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills, including care planning and maintenance of compliant clinical records.
- Knowledge of community resources, social service systems, and financial assistance programs relevant to chronic illness and dialysis care.
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program; licensure as a Social Worker in Massachusetts (LCSW or LICSW) preferred.
- Experience in nephrology, dialysis, or chronic disease management is highly beneficial.
- Commitment to culturally sensitive, gender-neutral, and non-discriminatory care, with the ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Proficiency with basic computer systems and electronic health records; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.