Medical Social Worker - Transplant

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychosocial screenings, assessments, and evaluations for transplant patients and living donors to establish individualized care plans.
• Manage psychosocial needs through all phases of transplantation, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, transplant coordinators, and community agencies to optimize patient outcomes.
• Facilitate effective communication between administration, medical staff, patients, and families.
• Document psychosocial assessments accurately within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Act as an advocate and liaison for patients, participating in selection committees, multidisciplinary rounds, and discharge planning.
• Identify and assess psychosocial and financial problems, providing referrals to appropriate community resources.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CMS, UNOS/OPTN regulatory requirements, and third-party payer requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work.
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential.
• Current New Mexico state licensure (LISW, LCSW, or LMSW).
• 5 years of hospital social work or discharge planning experience in a relevant setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in transplant services or inpatient hospital social work.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement.
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness opportunities through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• Access to comprehensive wellness programs, including on-site gyms and nutrition coaching.
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts and higher education (for eligible positions).

About the Company

Presbyterian is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New Mexico. Founded in 1908, it has grown into the state's largest private employer, operating nine hospitals and a statewide health plan to serve the communities of New Mexico.