Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Trainee/Dialysis Assistant

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Trainee/ Dialysis Assistants Required
Trainee/ Dialysis Assistants required to work in the Octagon Renal Satellite Dialysis Unit.
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, our Dialysis Assistants take great pride in the essential work they do.
Right now, we’re looking for dedicated, efficient but above all; hugely caring and aspiring Dialysis Assistants to join our teams. The Dialysis Assistants are at the heart of each unit and as such you will form a vital part of the team at the forefront of delivering haemodialysis treatment to our patients. You will do this by communicating effectively and with compassion and assisting them with their personal needs and mobility, supporting with eating and drinking and recording observations.
You Will Need To Have
- An NVQ or apprenticeship Level 2 in Adult Health Care
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- A friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate communication style
- A strong ability to engage with patients, visitors and colleagues
- The ability to work well in a team
You will be required to complete a dialysis training competency package which, when competent will enable you to support the patient by being involved in initiating, monitoring and completing dialysis treatment. We will support all successful candidates to complete the Haemodialysis Foundation Competencies whilst being paid as a Band 2 Trainee Dialysis Assistant and once these are achieved (which may take up to 6 months) you will then be paid as a Band 3 Dialysis Assistant.
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Responsibilities
- Set up and maintain a safe area for dialysis.
- Preparation of a haemodialysis machine including lining and priming.
- Correct use of Personal Protective Equipment and Aseptic Non Touch Technique.
- Commencing/ discontinuing haemodialysis treatment via vascular access i.e. central venous catheter, AVF or graft.
- Correct decontamination of equipment.
- Safe discharge from dialysis area
About Us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.


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Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.
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Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Anna Khan
Job title: Ward Manager
Email address: Anna.Khan@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0161 393 3677
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Email: Alison.Lawson@mft.nhs.uk
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