Union: Non-Union
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site: Sussex Centre, 90 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga
Department: Dialysis
Reports to: Manager
Wage Range: $21.30 - $26.62 per hour
Hours: Various
Shifts: Days, 0600-1800 including Stat Holidays
Status: Casual
Closing Date: October 29, 2026
Job Summary:
The Dialysis Assistant at Sussex Centre dialysis provides housekeeping duties for the dialysis unit. The individual also maintains the supply inventory working collaboratively with staff and check supply accuracy. Priming, dismantling, cleaning and disinfecting of dialysis machines; performing transportation responsibilities when needed via walker and/or wheelchair; dialysate sampling; ordering and stocking supplies; assist patients with weighing, washroom trips, transfers, heavy lifting, etc.; adhering to and performing routine safety measures and preventative maintenance; performing departmental duties; retrieving and documenting in patient’s chart in addition to protecting patient records/information from all unauthorized persons; ensuring cleanliness of work area; assist Clinical Coordinator/ Registered Nurse with other duties as assigned.
- Previous housekeeping/ hospital experience is preferred
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
- Ability to speak, read and write English
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in assisting with patient care; direct or indirect patient care is essential
- Must be flexible to work any of the shifts
- Hemodialysis work experience preferred
- Heavy lifting required
- May be required to work at other sites multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.