Care Worker (x2) – MRC Mitchellsplain, Cape Town | National Renal Care

Care Worker

Apply for Care Worker jobs (x2) at National Renal Care – MRC Mitchellsplain, Cape Town. Permanent role. Grade 12 required. Renal care experience preferred.

Join South Africa’s Leading Kidney Care Provider

National Renal Care (NRC) is hiring two dedicated and compassionate Care Workers to join the team at MRC Mitchellsplain. If you’re passionate about patient care and want to contribute meaningfully to kidney disease management in a dynamic clinical environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As a Care Worker, you will help maintain the health, safety, and dignity of our dialysis patients through these core duties:

  • Clean dialysis machines before every session following NRC protocols
  • Inspect and maintain the unit generator regularly (daily/weekly/monthly)
  • Assist with ordering and serving patient meals in line with dietary requirements
  • Ensure hygiene and infection control standards are followed consistently
  • Adhere to waste and stock management policies
  • Perform daily safety checks, including machine alarm testing
  • Support a safe and professional dialysis environment
  • Demonstrate NRC’s values and “Caring the NRC Way” daily
  • Maintain a high standard of recordkeeping and reporting

Minimum Requirements for Care Worker

  • Grade 12 (Matric) – basic numeracy and literacy
  • At least 1 year of experience in a similar caregiving or healthcare role (renal experience is a plus)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure medical setting
  • Highly organised and energetic
  • Commitment to ethical behavior and patient confidentiality
  • Strong customer focus and team player mentality
  • Must be flexible, reliable, and eager to learn

Why Join National Renal Care?

At NRC, we’re more than a healthcare provider — we are a team dedicated to delivering digital innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care to every patient. We believe in employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and we proudly support the recruitment of individuals living with disabilities.

Employment Equity & Application Policy

  • Internal applicants must inform their line managers before applying
  • If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
  • Reasonable accommodation is available upon request for individuals with physical or psychological limitations
  • By applying, you consent to the use of your personal information for recruitment purposes; your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months if unsuccessful

How to Apply

Submit your CV via the NRC careers portal or visit

Be sure to quote Job Reference Number: 001354 in your application.

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