Care Worker - National Renal Care

Care Worker – LRC Lenasia (Johannesburg)
Company: National Renal Care
Location: Johannesburg South, Gauteng
Job Type: Permanent
Reference Number: 001613
Salary: Market-related

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Overview

National Renal Care is seeking a qualified, driven, and self-motivated individual to join their team as a Care Worker at the LRC Lenasia unit. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving the patient experience by assisting with and maintaining patients’ basic needs, while contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

As a leading provider of kidney disease management in South Africa, National Renal Care offers a collaborative environment that combines compassion, innovation, and clinical excellence to deliver high-quality patient care.

Employment Equity

National Renal Care is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The organisation is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities.

Internal applicants are required to inform their line manager when applying to comply with recruitment policies.

Important Notes

• If you do not receive feedback within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• By applying, you consent to your personal information being used for recruitment purposes. Unsuccessful applications will be retained for 6 months and then securely destroyed unless otherwise requested.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) with basic numeracy and literacy
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role (renal experience is advantageous)
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer-focused with a positive attitude
• Team player with high energy levels
• Well-organised and detail-oriented
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to quality work

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean dialysis machines before each patient session in line with NRC standards
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on generators, report issues, and ensure proper refuelling
• Manage stock and waste according to financial and operational policies
• Provide patient-centred care, including meal preparation aligned with dietary requirements
• Maintain strict infection control and occupational health and safety standards
• Test machine alarms before each dialysis session to ensure safety
• Continuously update knowledge and skills related to healthcare practices
• Uphold National Renal Care values and deliver care aligned with “The NRC Way”

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