Job Description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and  comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Complex Care Kidney Transplant Social Worker will provide comprehensive psychosocial support to patients undergoing kidney transplantation. This role involves working closely with the Kidney Complex Care Transplant Team to ensure that patients receive the necessary emotional, social and financial support throughout the transplant process. 

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessment of patients and their families to identify needs, mental health disorders, and develop care plans. 
• Assessing data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs.
• Provide counseling and support to patients and families to help them cope with the emotional aspect of transplantation. 
• Provide brief behavioral health interventions.
• Collaborate with the transplant team including but not limited to physicians, surgeons, nurses, and social work colleagues to coordinate patient care and ensure a whole person approach to treatment. 
• Assist patients in navigating the healthcare system, including insurance and financial assistance. 
• Provide education to patients and families on transplant expectations, financial considerations, mental health needs, and financial considerations through the transplant process, including pre- and post-transplant care. 
• Provide educational support to staff.
• Advocate for patient's needs within the healthcare system and community resources. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation. 
• Handle difficult conversations with patients, families, and medical providers, including sensitive and at times unfavorable information and news. 
• Maintaining positive working relationships with vendors and external agencies to access services for patients. 
• Must use critical thinking and innovation around transplant, chronic illness, and mental health differentiation. 

*This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. 

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must have a master's degree in social work (MSW). 

Additional Qualifications

• One year experience in a clinic, hospital, medical setting, or healthcare field is preferred, preferably in transplant or complex care.
• Certification in Transplant Social Work (CCTSW) or willingness to obtain certification is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the psychosocial aspects of chronic illness and transplantation.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems, insurance, and financial assistance programs. 
• Knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnosis and chronic disease
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, family members/care givers, providers and allied health staff. 
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. 
• Psychosocial diagnostic skills and ability to coordinate transition of care. 
• Ability to clinically assess and treat emotional mental health issues. 
• Ability to diagnose under the direct supervision of a LCSW social worker.

License

Active license through Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Service Examiners; Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$68,099.20 - $102,232.00 per year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Weekend Schedule

No weekends.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Laura Heyde

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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