Health Care Assistant – Haemodialysis (Band 3)

About the role

The Runcorn Road Renal Dialysis Unit, part of University Hospitals Birmingham, is seeking a Band 3 Health Care Assistant to support patients receiving haemodialysis. You will work within a nurse‑led, outpatient environment that operates six days a week across three shift patterns.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and maintain a safe area for dialysis treatments.
• Prepare and decontaminate haemodialysis machines and related equipment.
• Provide personal care and record patient observations.
• Assist registered nurses with clinical interventions after obtaining verbal consent.
• Document care in line with Trust standards and follow infection‑control procedures.

Required profile

• Current experience as a Health Care Assistant, preferably in renal or dialysis settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of duty of care and patient dignity.
• Willingness to undertake competency‑based training and produce a personal development plan.

Required skills

• Haemodialysis machine preparation and operation.
• Equipment decontamination and infection control.
• Patient observation recording.
• Basic personal care provision.

What we offer

• Role‑specific training, mentorship and competency package.
• Opportunities for professional development within the NHS.
• Flexible shift patterns across early, late and twilight shifts.