Job summary
Symphony Healthcare Services require registered vaccinators to assist at our vaccination hub based at Dillington House, Ilminster, Somerset.
The hub will be open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12.00 - 20.00. Full day and half day shifts available.
As a Registered
Health Care Professional working in immunisations, the post holder will work as
part of a dynamic team in delivering a safe and effective service for the mass
delivery of COVID-19 booster vaccinations. The post holder will undertake
activities such as clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the vaccine
from multi-dose vials.
Rates of Pay*
£32 per hour for weekdays
£40 per hour for weekends
£48 per hour for Bank Holidays
*Basic rate plus statutory holiday accrual (12.07%)
Main duties of the job
·
Conducting
pre-vaccination clinical assessments.
·
Reviewing
patient medical histories and any potential adverse reactions.
·
Preparing
the vaccine prior to administration by using aseptic technique.
·
Dilution
and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials.
·
Setting
up the vaccination station.
·
Delivering
the vaccine to eligible patients.
·
Ensuring
the best possible clinical outcomes by using up-to-date skills and adhering to
policies and procedures.
About us
Symphony Healthcare Services Ltd. is a growing primary care organisation based in Somerset which aims to improve and develop the best patient-centred care and services in the country, and we are embracing change within general practice by implementing new and innovative models of care.
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding healthcare and share our values, join us to support the delivery of the national covid-19 booster programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Specifics
·
Undertake
multiple roles such as: clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the
vaccine from multi-dose vials and additional clinical support
·
Enable
the delivery of vaccinations to all eligible citizens by assisting with the
overall coordination of the site activity and day to day delivery of the
vaccination programme.
·
Ensure
clinic rooms and equipment are available at the start of each session
·
Clinical
assessment: Conduct pre-vaccination clinical assessments to confirm if the
citizen meets the criteria for safe vaccination, including previous
vaccinations undertaken, current health condition, assessment of any clinical
conditions (medical history) and allergies.
·
Complete
the clinical triage questionnaire based on the above, digitally or on paper
·
Ensure
knowledge of conditions that affect suitability for vaccination and previous vaccination history
·
Address
any potential adverse reaction risks and provide the citizen with information and
advice on any adverse reactions and contra indications
·
Address
any concerns that may arise regarding the vaccine and contra-indications with
patients/citizens
·
Ensure
the citizen’s understanding of the vaccination implications and get consent
agreement on vaccination
·
Record
the medical check list and consent in the records system.
·
Where
available, direct any citizens with accessibility needs to an accessible pod
Drawing-up:
·
Ensure
vaccine preparation (drawing-up, ensuring correct storage and providing pre-prepared
syringes to the vaccination station) as per the standard operating procedure
(SOP)
·
Ensure
the reconstruction of the vaccine as per manufacturer’s instructions.
·
Perform a visual check of the vaccine type,
serial number and thawing/expiry date
·
Assist
with the configuration of the vaccination pod: pod setup, recording of required
vaccine stocks and consumables, PPE and sanitisation materials
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Specifics
·
Undertake
multiple roles such as: clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the
vaccine from multi-dose vials and additional clinical support
·
Enable
the delivery of vaccinations to all eligible citizens by assisting with the
overall coordination of the site activity and day to day delivery of the
vaccination programme.
·
Ensure
clinic rooms and equipment are available at the start of each session
·
Clinical
assessment: Conduct pre-vaccination clinical assessments to confirm if the
citizen meets the criteria for safe vaccination, including previous
vaccinations undertaken, current health condition, assessment of any clinical
conditions (medical history) and allergies.
·
Complete
the clinical triage questionnaire based on the above, digitally or on paper
·
Ensure
knowledge of conditions that affect suitability for vaccination and previous vaccination history
·
Address
any potential adverse reaction risks and provide the citizen with information and
advice on any adverse reactions and contra indications
·
Address
any concerns that may arise regarding the vaccine and contra-indications with
patients/citizens
·
Ensure
the citizen’s understanding of the vaccination implications and get consent
agreement on vaccination
·
Record
the medical check list and consent in the records system.
·
Where
available, direct any citizens with accessibility needs to an accessible pod
Drawing-up:
·
Ensure
vaccine preparation (drawing-up, ensuring correct storage and providing pre-prepared
syringes to the vaccination station) as per the standard operating procedure
(SOP)
·
Ensure
the reconstruction of the vaccine as per manufacturer’s instructions.
·
Perform a visual check of the vaccine type,
serial number and thawing/expiry date
·
Assist
with the configuration of the vaccination pod: pod setup, recording of required
vaccine stocks and consumables, PPE and sanitisation materials
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level (level 5) in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
-
- Registered Health Care Professional e.g. NMC for nurses, GPhC for pharmacists and equivalent for other healthcare professionals.
- Current immunisation training / update or willingness to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level (level 5) in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
-
- Registered Health Care Professional e.g. NMC for nurses, GPhC for pharmacists and equivalent for other healthcare professionals.
- Current immunisation training / update or willingness to undertake.
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
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).
