Position Details

Job Number:

JR01760

Department:

Dialysis Centre Charlton Campus

Job Type:

Regular, Full time

Work Workplace:

In-Person

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

1

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

$30.4265 - $35.2731

Schedule

Work Days:

Monday to Sunday

Time of Day:

Afternoons, Days, Evenings, On Call

Shift:

Hours - 10, Hours -12, Hours - 7.5, Various Rotating

Shift Start: (If applicable)

Reason for Posting:

Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-08-20

Closing Date:

2026-08-27

Position Summary:

The Entry-Level Nephrology Technologist maintains and services dialysis equipment and provides technical support to patients nursing and medical staff and initiates monitors and terminates dialysis treatments as per unit protocols. May be required to work at both the Charlton and King campus

Qualifications:

- 3 year college diploma in Electrical/Electronic Technical diploma and/or Health Sciences
- Technologist certification through the hospital
- 1 to 3 years practical and related experience is required
- Advanced computer skills and technical aptitude is required.
- Adherence to the standards for Nephrology Technical Practice and the departmental policies and procedures. Dialysis specific training vascular access cannulation and OR environmental training.
- Ability to work effectively with patients technical nursing and medical staff in a pleasant and courteous manner.
- Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
- Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
- Willingness to work in a chronic care patient-orientated unit.

Responsibilities:





- Possessing an in-depth knowledge of dialysis and water treatment equipment the Entry-Level Nephrology Technologist is able to operate maintain calibrate and trouble-shoot equipment necessary to carry out dialysis treatments as well as monitor and control devices.
- Documents all elements of direct care provided to patients according to hospital standards of documentation.
- Reviews and commits to adhere to all applicable hospital policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality at all times and ensures the release of information is in accordance with hospital policy.
- Sets up dialysis equipment in other areas of the hospital and other hospitals
- Prepares machines and disposables for dialysis and related therapies according to physician’s orders.
- Monitors all gauges equipment etc. during dialysis to ensure equipment operates properly and acts as a resource for any equipment related issues.
- Follows all applicable infection control protocols including isolation of designated dialysis equipment with respect to hepatitis protocols as well as disinfecting dialysis machines and water treatment equipment.
- Samples and tests dialysis machines and water treatment equipment for bacterial and endotoxin contamination as well as electrolyte concentration and adds chemicals for specific treatments when needed.
- May assist in technical and clinical research studies

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values . We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([email protected]).

📌 Non-Reg Nephrology Technician - Dialysis - Charl (Canada)
🏢 St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Canada