In-Centre Dialysis Assistant – Nephrology

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Humber River Health in Toronto seeks a Dialysis Assistant to support the Nephrology Program. The role is temporary part-time, with 8-hour day/evening shifts, and involves preparing supplies, setting up dialysis machines, and assisting patients.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, dialysis experience, and the ability to read medical terminology. Training in dialysis is an asset, and commitment to safety, infection control, and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of recent dialysis experience required.
• Dialysis Assistant course is an asset.
• Ability to read basic medical terminology and understand sterility concepts.
• Ability to assemble equipment for tasks and functions.
• Willingness to learn and follow technical concepts related to dialysis equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare supplies and access bundles; set up and prime dialysis machines.
• Strip bloodlines and dialyzers; clean/ disinfect machines between treatments.
• Clean and move equipment; assist patient transfers and repositioning.
• Transport and set up dialysis equipment for treatments in various hospital areas.
• Deliver and pick up specimens from the Lab as required.

Skills

Medical terminology

Sterility & aseptic technique

Equipment setup

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dialysis Assistant course (asset)

Job description

Humber River Health in Toronto seeks a Dialysis Assistant to support the Nephrology Program. The role is temporary part-time, with 8-hour day/evening shifts, and involves preparing supplies, setting up dialysis machines, and assisting patients.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, dialysis experience, and the ability to read medical terminology. Training in dialysis is an asset, and commitment to safety, infection control, and teamwork is essential.