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Band 3 Renal Technical Assistant

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Birmingham, B15 2TH

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

3 September 2026

3 days left

Job description

We are looking for an individual who has the drive, enthusiasm and personality to become a key member of staff within one of Europe's largest dialysis...

The key elements of the role will be ensuring that at all times that the service continues to provide a high level of safety and assurance to not only our in-patient population but patients choosing to self-treat within their homes. This will be done through the development of close working relationships with both patients, their carers and ensuring the effective performance and maintenance of our water testing program. The post holder will ensure at all times that UHB meet their commitment to both continue best practice and national standards. Within this varied interesting roll the post holder will enjoy working across various specialties including ITU, within other local Trusts while assisting the wider technical team in the completing the tasks including the removal/swapping of equipment from patients' homes, delivering stock across our dialysis satellite clinics and provide general assistance across the renal program when required.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Qualifications

Essential

  • *G.C.S.E. (Grade C or above)or equivalent in Mathematics and English
  • *Computer literate with experience of working with spreadsheets and databases
  • *Evidence of completion of Level 3 Qualification or above in Health / Social Care or 2 A levels or equivalent relevant experience

Experience

Essential

  • *Able to communicate basic technical data both orally and electronically
  • *Ability to interpret data, form a judgment and take appropriate action.
  • *Able to identify when personal limitations have been reached and able to approach peers or manager for advice.
  • *An ability to ensure targets are met by managing own time and workload effectively.

Desirable

  • *Previous experience of working within the NHS.
  • *Be able to demonstrate through experience and knowledge of aseptic techniques.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Able to maintain through training and research a knowledge of legislation governing the quality of water used in the treatment of renal patients
  • *Organisational, Communication and Problem solving
  • *Computer literate with standard IT / keyboard skills
  • *Be confident in their ability to work alone.
  • *An enthusiasm for the content of the post.
  • *A self-motivated proactive person.
  • *An understanding of confidentiality in the NHS.
  • *Be aware of Health and safety regulations and work with own safety and that of others in mind.
  • *Since the duties of the post require lifting and transporting equipment and supplies the need for fitness and an excellent health record are essential
  • *Full United Kingdom Driving Licence.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

20 August 2026

Last checked

21 August 2026

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About the employer

UHB
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

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