Renal Assistant - Renal Dialysis
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Renal Assistant - Renal Dialysis
Req ID: 226650 Location: Eastern Zone, Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital Department: REN Renal Dialysis ICMH Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (30%) x 1 Union: UNIFOR Healthcare Position 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 machines and equipment to facilitate efficient operation of the hemodialysis unit and acute dialysis in the Intensive Care Unit, ordering stock and special supplies to adequately stock the unit and assisting with patient care activities such as transfers, lifts and 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
WHMIS practices for acute care setting
Knowledge of Infection Control procedures
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
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.
- Once You've Applied
- Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. 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.
- Job Segment: Dialysis, Travel Nurse, Infection Control, Nursing, Patient Care, Healthcare
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