Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare. Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy. At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care! Right now we’re looking for a Dialysis Assistant to work in our Nephrology Program (Hemodialysis unit, Transition Care unit, Home dialysis unit, MCKC clinic at Church) Employment Status: Permanent Part-timeHours of Work: 8 & 12 hour shifts, 7 days/weekLocation: Humber River Health, Church SiteLabour Group: NOWUReporting Relationship: Manager, Transition Care Unit, Home Dialysis Program & Haemodialysis (Church)Hourly Rate: $28.097- $29.740 Responsibilities: Preparing supplies create access bundles, prepare patient charts, setting up and priming dialysis machines for treatment. Stripping bloodlines and dialyzers from machines using BSP standards. Cleaning/disinfecting dialysis machines internally and externally between treatments. Cleaning stretchers, chairs, tables between patient treatments as required. Moving appropriate equipment in and out of unit depending on patient requirements. Transporting and setting up dialysis equipment for acute treatments in various areas of hospital. Transporting patients as required. Assisting patients to appropriate station; assisting nursing staff with patient transfers. Delivering and picking up specimens from the Lab as required. Communicates and follows up with home dialysis patients regarding supplies. Responsible for recording, organizing, and preparing home dialysis supplies. Will communicate with vendors (Baxter, Fresenius, Nxstage) and assist and coordinate the ordering of home dialysis supplies. Must have knowledge of all types of dialysis machines, including the reverse osmosis system, and be able to perform the set-up, chemical cleaning, and sterilization steps. Will monitor, track, and manage medical supplies inventory in the units and clinics.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent required. Two (2) years recent experience in Dialysis required. Completion of a Dialysis Assistant course an asset. Must have demonstrated ability to read and understand basic medical terminology, concepts of sterility and aseptic technique. Must have demonstrated ability to assemble equipment for a specific task or function. Ability and willingness to learn, understand, and follow basic technical concepts as they relate to complex electronic and hydraulic system operations. Ability to understand and problem solve issues related to medical equipment and its safe use in the Hemodialysis Unit. Must have basis knowledge of infection control principles. Must have demonstrated organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills. Must be physically able to perform duties requiring heavy exertion (lifting, pushing, pulling). Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time. Excellent attendance and discipline free record required. An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices. Why choose Humber River Health? At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.