Renal Assistant Practitioner

NHS Scotland; Chandigarh; On-site; INR 3,351,000 - 4,383,000; Full time

Job summary

CAITHNESS GENERAL HOSPITAL, WICK is seeking a Renal Unit Assistant Practitioner to support the renal team in patient care and to develop haemodialysis skills.

The post involves assisting the registered nursing team and participation in the SVQ3 educational programme to enhance knowledge in haemodialysis and renal practice. The department value statement emphasises care, compassion, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a health care support worker with a willingness to learn and enhance knowledge and skills.
• Requirement to participate in the SVQ3 educational programme.

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nursing team to provide care to patients in the renal unit.
• Participate in the SVQ3 educational programme to develop haemodialysis knowledge and skills.

Education

SVQ3 educational programme

Job description

CAITHNESS GENERAL HOSPITAL, WICK

Renal Unit Assistant Practitioner

Are you an experienced health care support worker looking to enhance your knowledge and skill base and further your career as a renal assistant practitioner?

A vacancy has arisen for the above position within our dedicated renal service in Caithness General. This vacancy offers the opportunity for a successful candidate to gain specific knowledge and skills within the speciality of haemodialysis. The post holder will be expected to work as part of the team assisting the registered nursing team and other colleagues to provide care to our patients and also must participate in the SVQ3 educational programme. Clinical knowledge and practical experience in a healthcare environment with a willingness to learn new skills is essential for this post.

Department contact: Nikki MacKenzie - [e-mail]

Job ref: 259664

Closing date: Midnight Wednesday 30th September 2026

Please be advised this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health and Care Worker Visa.

NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork