Renal Technologist

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) in Ontario seeks a Renal Technologist to provide service and maintenance for Fresenius dialysis equipment and water systems. You will rotate across WRHN sites, supporting in-centre and home dialysis programs while ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Ideal candidates hold a 3-year electronic/biomedical engineering technology diploma with hands-on biomedical/dialysis experience and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized 3-year electronic/biomedical engineering technology program.
• Three years related experience in a hospital or industrial setting in the biomedical or dialysis field preferred.
• Ability to assess complex electronic and hydraulic systems and evaluate equipment safety functions.
• Knowledge of residential electrical and plumbing systems is an asset.
• Experience in the service and maintenance of Fresenius dialysis equipment preferred.
• Excellent organization skills and ability to multi task with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to be flexible and effectively work in a busy environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and a working vehicle for home and satellites.
• Good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of dialysis equipment (currently Fresenius), CRRT equipment and several water systems (CWP, WRO300H and AquaC Uno H).
• Rotate to all sites within the regional program.
• Contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Flexibility

Driver’s license

Education

Electronic/biomedical engineering technology diploma

Tools

Fresenius dialysis equipment

Job description

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Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Renal Technologist (Job ID: 7579)

Position Vacancy

Renal Program

Position

Renal Technologist - OPSEU

Hours of Work

Full Time

Location

WRHN @ Midtown

Posting Period

November 3 2026 - November 10 2026

Position Summary

The Renal Technologist duties include the service and maintenance of dialysis equipment (currently Fresenius), CRRT equipment and several water systems (CWP, WRO300H and AquaC Uno H). This regional program supports In-Centre Hemodialysis, Home Hemodialysis, acute treatments at Queens Hospital and three satellite units: Guelph, Palmerston and Chicopee site. The renal technologist will rotate to all sites. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Position Requirements

• A graduate from a recognized 3-year electronic/biomedical engineering technology program.
• Three years related experience in a hospital or industrial setting in the biomedical or dialysis field preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex electronic and hydraulic systems and evaluate equipment safety functions
• Knowledge of residential electrical and plumbing systems is an asset
• Experience in the service and maintenance of Fresenius dialysis equipment preferred
• Demonstrated excellent organization skills and ability to multi task with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to be flexible and effectively work in a busy environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and a working vehicle for home and satellites
• Good attendance record

New Employee Requirements

New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

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Salary

CAD 36.84-50.24