Full-Time

Social Worker-LCSW or LMSW

Posted on 9/16/2024

DaVita

DaVita

10,001+ employees

Provides comprehensive kidney care services

Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$66k - $111kAnnually

+ 401k match + Healthcare coverage + Total rewards package

Junior, Mid

Lanham, MD, USA + 1 more

More locations: Hyattsville, MD, USA

Supports two clinics: Takoma Park Dialysis Center and Greenbelt Home Training.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in clinical practice from an accredited school of Social Work.
  • Meets all state required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.
  • Obtained LMSW at minimum
  • Proficient in all Experienced level Social Worker duties.
  • Intermediate computer skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Spanish speaking is a PLUS
Responsibilities
  • Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
  • Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.

DaVita provides specialized kidney care services for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The company operates a network of dialysis centers where patients receive treatment, along with offering educational resources and dietary guidance to help manage their kidney health. DaVita's approach is centered around value-based care, which means they focus on improving patient outcomes while also aiming to reduce healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, DaVita emphasizes a patient-centric model that uses clinical metrics to track treatment effectiveness and enhance care. The goal of DaVita is to transform kidney care by providing holistic and equitable services, ultimately fostering a supportive healthcare community.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

1979

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Telehealth expansion can improve patient access to DaVita's kidney care services.
  • AI integration can enhance DaVita's clinical metrics and patient care strategies.
  • Partnerships with tech firms can create advanced tools for kidney health management.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from biotech firms like eGenesis threatens DaVita's dialysis model.
  • Legal issues, such as the $34 million settlement, pose financial and reputational risks.
  • Leadership changes may lead to strategic shifts affecting operations and employee morale.

What makes DaVita unique

  • DaVita specializes in comprehensive kidney care services for CKD and ESRD patients.
  • The company offers integrated care programs to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs.
  • DaVita provides educational resources like Kidney Smart classes for proactive kidney health management.

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