Renal Assistant - Renal Dialysis

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Inverness; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority in Inverness is seeking a Renal Assistant to support the Dialysis unit. Under supervision of the Renal Program Manager and RN, you will set up and dismantle dialysis machines and equipment, stock the unit, and assist with patient transfers and weighing.

Qualifications include Grade 12, dialysis or clinical care experience is an asset, good computer skills, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Equivalent
• Dialysis and clinical/acute care experience asset
• Experience in a computerized environment preferred
• Technical aptitude and mechanical inclination
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Infection Control procedures
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

• Set up and dismantle dialysis machines and equipment to support efficient unit operation.
• Order stock and supplies to adequately stock the unit.
• Assist with patient care activities such as transfers, lifts and weighing patients.

Skills

Dialysis experience

Clinical/acute care experience

Infection Control

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

French language (asset)

Computerized environment

Mechanical inclination

Education

Grade 12

Job description

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Req ID: 226650
Location: Eastern Zone, Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital
Department: REN Renal Dialysis ICMH
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly PT (30%) x 1
Union: UNIFORHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 29-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Renal Program Manager and working under the direction of a Registered Nurse or delegate,the Renal Assistant is responsible for assisting nursing staff with set up and dismantling of dialysis machinesand equipment to facilitate efficient operation of the hemodialysis unit and acute dialysis in the Intensive Care Unit, ordering stockand special supplies to adequately stock the unit and assisting with patient care activities such as transfers, liftsand weighing patients.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade 12 or Equivalent
• Previous experience in dialysis and clinical/acute care setting an asset
• Experience in a computerized environment preferred
• Technical aptitude and mechanical inclination
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Infection Control procedures
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent, part-time position; 22.5 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$24.24 - $27.78 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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