Renal Assistant - Renal Dialysis

Req ID: 224815
Location: Eastern Zone, Glace Bay Hospital 
Department: REN Dialysis GBH
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly PT long-assignment (80%) x 1 
Union: UNIFOR Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 12-Aug-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 XII 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

• Long assignment, part-time position; 60 hours bi-weekly
• Approximately 13 months

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.

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, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.