Job summary
Please be aware that this role will be worked in line with a casual contract of 0 hours unless otherwise agreed at the time of offer.
As a Covid-19 Immuniser you will work as part of a
multidisciplinary team in providing a caring, quality service to patients
during the mass delivery of the Covid19 vaccine. You will be responsible for
administering the vaccine to the patient population as per the mass vaccination
delivery model.
You will be trained to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Health and
Social care or other relevant healthcare qualification. You may be a Healthcare
Assistant, Nurse, Registered Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist, Dentist or
other registered/unregistered healthcare professional with suitable equivalent,
proven experience.
Main duties of the job
Assess the patients readiness for vaccination within
your scope. Address any concerns the
patient may have and ensure that clinical assessment has taken place prior to
vaccination. Administration of the vaccines to patients whom have
consented and been assessed, ensuring it is conducted in line with the patients
current condition i.e. standing or seated. Dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose
vials within your scope. Administration
of the vaccines to patients whom have consented and been assessed, ensuring it
is conducted in line with the patients current condition i.e. standing or
seated. Ensure correct use of equipment, e.g. syringes and needles. Ensure that
vaccine batch numbers are appropriately recorded in the patient record. Adhere
to the businesses clinical waste and sharps protocols when disposing of
syringes and sharps. Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines. Follow
in house, local and national Infection C
About us
We are a large rural practice with over 35,000 patients. As a single-practice Primary Care Network, we
have a wonderful opportunity to transform care for our patients. We operate from 7 locations across Holderness
and you must also be willing to travel between sites as necessary. Our
hard-working and dedicated team includes 23 GPs, an extensive
multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals and a great patient
services team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess
the patients readiness for vaccination within your scope. Address any concerns the patient may have and
ensure that clinical assessment has taken place prior to vaccination.
Communicate
routine, complex and sensitive information to patients and/or their relatives
and colleagues. Dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials
within your scope. Administration of the
vaccines to patients whom have consented and been assessed, ensuring it is
conducted in line with the patients current condition i.e. standing or seated. Ensure
correct use of equipment, e.g. syringes and needles. Ensure that vaccine batch
numbers are appropriately recorded in the patient record. Adhere to the
businesses clinical waste and sharps protocols when disposing of syringes and
sharps. Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines. Follow in
house, local and national Infection Control guidelines. Responsible for safe
use of equipment and resources, ensuring equipment is maintained and suitable
for use. Assist with the monitoring of vaccine and other related stock. Undertake
mandatory training and other training relevant to the role. Participate in
clinical audits within your scope.
Assist
in the monitoring and maintenance of health and safety and security at mass
vaccination sites. Work with the team to ensure high standards of cleanliness
of work stations. Work with the
Management team to coordinate workload and service needs. Undertake additional
tasks as required within your general role as Covid-19 Immuniser.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess
the patients readiness for vaccination within your scope. Address any concerns the patient may have and
ensure that clinical assessment has taken place prior to vaccination.
Communicate
routine, complex and sensitive information to patients and/or their relatives
and colleagues. Dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials
within your scope. Administration of the
vaccines to patients whom have consented and been assessed, ensuring it is
conducted in line with the patients current condition i.e. standing or seated. Ensure
correct use of equipment, e.g. syringes and needles. Ensure that vaccine batch
numbers are appropriately recorded in the patient record. Adhere to the
businesses clinical waste and sharps protocols when disposing of syringes and
sharps. Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines. Follow in
house, local and national Infection Control guidelines. Responsible for safe
use of equipment and resources, ensuring equipment is maintained and suitable
for use. Assist with the monitoring of vaccine and other related stock. Undertake
mandatory training and other training relevant to the role. Participate in
clinical audits within your scope.
Assist
in the monitoring and maintenance of health and safety and security at mass
vaccination sites. Work with the team to ensure high standards of cleanliness
of work stations. Work with the
Management team to coordinate workload and service needs. Undertake additional
tasks as required within your general role as Covid-19 Immuniser.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care
- (Level 3 or above), Relevant Nursing qualification, Registered Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Dentist.
- Any other suitable registered
- or unregistered healthcare
- professional with equivalent
- proven experience.
Desirable
- First Aid training.
- Basic Life Support and anaphylaxis
- training.
Experience
Essential
- Immunisation training and experience of delivering immunisations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Primary Care.
Personal attributes
Essential
- Commitment and willingness to undertake training as necessary. Good communication (written and verbal). Ability to listen and empathise. Work well under pressure. Able to work as a team member. Able to work unsupervised. Able to use own initiative. Be self-motivated. Hard working and willing. Flexible and adaptable. Enthusiastic. Ability to organise and prioritise workload. Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision. Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice. Ability to follow instruction/direction. Other Able to work at the desired times. Flexibility of hours for cover. Good sickness record.
Desirable
- Car Driver with clean licence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care
- (Level 3 or above), Relevant Nursing qualification, Registered Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Dentist.
- Any other suitable registered
- or unregistered healthcare
- professional with equivalent
- proven experience.
Desirable
- First Aid training.
- Basic Life Support and anaphylaxis
- training.
Experience
Essential
- Immunisation training and experience of delivering immunisations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Primary Care.
Personal attributes
Essential
- Commitment and willingness to undertake training as necessary. Good communication (written and verbal). Ability to listen and empathise. Work well under pressure. Able to work as a team member. Able to work unsupervised. Able to use own initiative. Be self-motivated. Hard working and willing. Flexible and adaptable. Enthusiastic. Ability to organise and prioritise workload. Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision. Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice. Ability to follow instruction/direction. Other Able to work at the desired times. Flexibility of hours for cover. Good sickness record.
Desirable
- Car Driver with clean licence.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
