Unit Assistant/Renal Tech

Location

Kitchener, ON | Canada

Job description

POSITION VACANCY : Renal Program – Guelph Renal

POSITION : Temporary Part Time Unit Assistant 4 until approximately Sept 30, 2024

HOURS OF WORK : DAYS, EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS

Summary :
Supports and assists nursing staff in providing optimal care for dialysis patients in the Renal Program. Works in collaboration with multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate may be required to work at both the KW site and the Guelph satellite. Contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.'

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Dialysis Assistant Certificate required. Candidates whom are enrolled in the Dialysis Assistant Certificate course and will obtain the required certificate within 6 months of hire will be considered after candidates with the required certificate
• Current experience within the Renal program is preferred
• Familiar with aseptic and sterile techniques and hospital procedures
• Able to lift, carry, stoop and pull
• Must be flexible and able to work in a rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of hospital computer systems
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend English language (written/verbal)
• Must be able to be trained and act as a Code White Responder
• Ability to work well in a team environment • Ability to work in a chronic care environment
• Demonstrated excellent organization skills and ability to multi task.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

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