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Student Social Work Clinical Placement

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Science
  • Atlanta

Requirements

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  • Compassionate
  • Communicator
  • Motivational
  • Helpful
  • Trustworthy
  • Sincere

Responsibilities

  • An integral part of Social Work education that promotes students' identification with the purposes, values and ethics of the profession; fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge; and promotes the development of professional competence (CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards). A minimum number of required field education hours are established by the CSWE

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Student Social Work Clinical Placement?

The primary purpose of the Student Social Work Clinical Placement is to support FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy by providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed social worker, while adhering to compliance with regulatory and FMS policy requirements.

What are the main responsibilities of the student intern in this position?

The main responsibilities include participating in patient assessment and care planning, providing psycho-educational counseling, facilitating patient education about kidney disease and available resources, assisting with financial education, and maintaining effective communication with patients and the healthcare team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A High School diploma or G.E.D. is required for this position, along with a desire to provide outstanding customer service and superior care to patients, embracing Fresenius' mission and values.

Who supervises the student intern during their clinical placement?

The student intern is closely monitored by the Clinical Manager who assigns and oversees all SW Intern assignments, with direct supervision provided by a social worker (SWFI) based on an agreed education plan.

Can the student intern care for a family member who is a patient at the facility?

No, the intern cannot provide care for a family member. If a family member is a patient at the facility, the intern will be scheduled to work on days when the patient is not present or assigned to another patient.

What training opportunities does the internship provide?

The internship provides training related to psychosocial topics, including the development and provision of training for staff on Ultra Care Programs as needed.

What type of work environment can the student intern expect?

The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with controlled air temperature, moderate noise levels, and potential exposure to infectious diseases/materials. The intern's duties will involve desk and personal computer work as well as interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.

Are there any physical demands associated with this position?

Yes, the position requires some physical demands, including travel between assigned facilities and various community locations, as well as tasks that may involve desk work and personal interaction. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What is the role of the intern in patient education?

The intern's role in patient education involves assessing patients' knowledge of kidney disease, tailoring education to meet patients' learning styles and needs, providing ongoing education related to psychosocial issues, and facilitating the transplant referral process if delegated by the Clinical Manager.

Is there any training required for the student intern before starting the placement?

Although specific pre-placement training details may not be listed, the intern must engage in a comprehensive education plan and will receive training related to the position's responsibilities as they proceed in the internship.

What additional duties might the intern be assigned?

The intern may be assigned other duties as needed, which could involve administrative tasks, collaboration with staff, and participation in process improvement activities.

Is the facility a drug-free workplace?

Yes, Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Every patient, every day

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Mission & Purpose

Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) is the premier healthcare company focused on providing the highest quality care to people with renal and other chronic conditions. Through its industry-leading network of dialysis facilities and outpatient cardiac and vascular labs, Fresenius Medical Care North America provides coordinated healthcare services at pivotal care points for hundreds of thousands of chronically ill customers throughout the continent. As the world’s largest fully integrated renal company, it offers specialty pharmacy and laboratory services, and manufactures and distributes the most comprehensive line of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. For more information, visit the FMCNA website at https://fmcna.com/.

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