Renal Dialysis Assistant

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization based in Harrogate is seeking a Renal Dialysis Assistant to support a multi-disciplinary team. This role involves conducting patient observations, preparing patients for dialysis, and ensuring smooth operation of clinical areas. Ideal candidates must have at least 12 months of haemodialysis experience and NVQ3 certification in Health and Social Care. The position promises a supportive work environment with opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday increasing to 33

Relocation package up to 30% of salary

Confidential support from Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on services and products

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months haemodialysis experience.
• At least two years of experience as a Health Care Assistant.
• A compassionate and diligent approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in the clinic area under nurse supervision.
• Conduct patient observations pre/post dialysis.
• Prepare and connect patients to dialysis machines.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication with public

Proficiency in English

MS Office knowledge

Education

GCSE education

NVQ3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Go back York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Renal Dialysis Assistant

Closing date is 01 January 2026

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team as part of York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's Renal services, which also includes a satellite unit at Easingwold and a second satellite unit in Harrogate.

We are a friendly, forward‑thinking service and have a track record for developing and implementing new ideas, which improve the lives of dialysis patients. We are looking for an individual with drive, enthusiasm and an ability to form effective working relationships.

Dialysis is a specialised but very rewarding form of nursing, so if you are keen to learn new skills and enjoy working in a team then this could be the job for you.

You would be based at Harrogate but may occasionally be asked to cover shifts at Easingwold or York. A comprehensive training package is provided for all new staff.

Applicants must have a minimum of 12 months haemodialysis experience.

Main duties of the job

• Support the team in the clinic area and provide care within agreed competencies, as instructed by a registered nurse – prepare, restore and maintain areas, equipment and clinical supplies in readiness for dialysis.
• Conduct patient observations pre/post dialysis (blood pressure, weight). Prepare patients for dialysis programme machines and connect patients to commence treatment, as directed by qualified personnel.
• Monitor throughout treatment, reporting changes, incidents and patient feedback to the responsible nurse.
• Follow dialysis, complete discontinuation procedures, including wash‑back and removal of needles.
• Prepare, restore and maintain clinical areas and equipment.
• Monitor and stock consumable supplies to ensure smooth operation.
• Escort patients to and from the clinical area.
• Contribute to patient documentation and manage phone enquiries.
• Provide hands‑on care under supervision, including preparing patients for dialysis, monitoring during treatment, and assisting with post‑dialysis care.

Qualifications and Experience

• GCSE education and NVQ3 in Health and Social Care.
• At least two years of experience as a Health Care Assistant, with a focus on high‑level patient care.
• Proficiency in English and working knowledge of MS Office.
• A compassionate and diligent approach to patient care.

About us

For further information about working for our Trust please visit: https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Benefits

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
• A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support relocation expenses for hard‑to‑fill positions where relocation would be expected.
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers.

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job responsibilities

Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY at the hospital site. Remote interviews will not be available.

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co‑developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [e-mail].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE – Supporting Britain's Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Experience & Knowledge Required

• Previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting.

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Base level of theoretical knowledge.
• Attend renal specific training and complete required competencies within 6 months of commencement of post.
• Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.
• Short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
• Completion of a competency‑based workbook or equivalent relevant experience to vocational qualification level 3.
• A minimum of C grade GCSE or equivalent, in English and Maths.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust