Renal Technician

University Hospitals Sussex; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Brighton seeks a Renal Technician to provide technical support for dialysis machines. The role includes servicing equipment, supporting patients, and requires a full UK driving licence. Ideal candidates will hold a Higher National Certificate in a relevant science or engineering field and have significant experience in Clinical Engineering. This position offers a full-time contract with an annual salary range of £38,682 - £46,580.

Benefits

Compassion and wellbeing programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in a Technical or Science subject required.
• Significant experience in a Clinical Engineering background necessary.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for dialysis machines across Sussex.
• Service and repair dialysis-related equipment according to standards.
• Participate in an emergency out-of-hours on-call system.

Skills

Technical support for renal equipment

Problem-solving skills

Communication with patients

Education

Higher National Certificate in relevant science or engineering field

Degree in Technical or Science subject

Renal Technology module from Clinical Engineering

Tools

Clinical engineering equipment

Dialysis machines

Job description

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Main area Renal Technician Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (On call (1 week in 4, but will vary)) Job ref 279-7660907-DEC25

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £38,682 - £46,580 Per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 11/01/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard‑working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role‑specific criteria.

A vacancy has become available for a Renal Technician for University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust.

The Sussex Kidney Unit provides care for patients across Sussex on a hub and spoke model. The main dialysis unit is based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, and there are satellite units that the Renal Technician service cover at Worthing and Bexhill.

Maintenance and repair of dialysis machines and related equipment is essential for the health and safety of dialysis patients. The post holder needs to hold a minimum of higher national certificate in a relevant science or engineering field and ideally experience in renal technology or other clinical engineering background.

The post holder is required to travel across Sussex, visiting satellite units and patients in their own homes and so a full UK driving licence is also essential.

Main duties of the job

To provide autonomous 37.5 hour/week (24/7 on call) comprehensive technical / scientific support with service / advice to patients and staff in all renal related areas across Sussex, incorporating main centre, satellites and within patient’s homes. To service and monitor dialysis related equipment and maintain it to safe standards in line with manufacturers specifications including on call commitments.

The Renal Technical department of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust currently maintains 126 Haemodialysis machines and associated equipment, including 5 central RO plants, across 3 main sites in Sussex. Currently 87 at RSCH (main unit), 21 at Bexhill and 18 at Worthing satellite units. The unit also maintains a fleet of home patient machines (currently 20) at homes throughout Sussex.

Whether working in the renal unit or in the community, the job provides a variety of challenges and working environments for the post holder to gain suitable experience.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

Main duties of the job will include the ability and experience to handle any of the complex day to day technical problems and work tasks related to the maintenance, repair, calibration, clinical support and giving of advice relevant to a broad range of medical equipment. The post holder will be expected to deal directly with patients and will have to communicate complex equipment related issues to relevant stakeholders, for example clinical colleagues, patients, carers. The post holder will operate with a high degree of individual responsibility and may act as the lead technician for a particular type of equipment or for providing services to a particular clinical area. The post holder will have the skill, ability and breadth of experience and knowledge to be able to deal with the complex and unexpected situations that arise. In addition, the post holder will be required to participate in an emergency out of hours on call system, providing cover to all Hospital areas and particularly support to home patients, requiring a higher level of initiative and responsibility.

Person specification

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum HNC in Technical or Science subject
• Significant experience working in a Clinical Engineering background
• A full UK drivers licence
• Degree in Technical or Science subject
• Renal Technology module from Clinical Engineering
• Registration with the Association of Renal Technologist to IPEM
• Experience working as in Renal technical department

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications

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Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.

Name Stephen Umney
Job title Lead Renal Technician
Email address [e-mail]
Telephone number 01273 696955

Additional information
Stephen Umney ([e-mail]) 01273 696955 ext 64089