Hemodialysis Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurses with direct patient care in the Hemodialysis Unit
• Prime, dismantle, and disinfect dialysis machines and set up equipment
• Perform patient transportation via bed, walker, or wheelchair
• Assist patients with weighing, transfers, and heavy lifting
• Manage unit supplies, including stocking storage rooms
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and perform routine safety measures
• Document information in patient charts while protecting sensitive records

Requirements

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
• Fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Previous experience in direct or indirect patient care
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and nights

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous medical/surgical or hospital assistant experience
• Technical experience or completion of a Dialysis Assistant course
• Current CPR certification

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services
• Opportunities for professional development and internal promotion
• Various corporate discounts including travel, dining, and insurance

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a global leader in publicly funded healthcare. Comprising several major sites including Toronto General Hospital, UHN is a premier research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, dedicated to building a healthier world through discovery, education, and exceptional patient care.