Job summary
Flexible Shifts Available!
Sowe Valley Primary Care Network are looking for HCPC, NMC and GPHC registered clinicians to support COVID vaccination for the Spring Booster campaign from 22nd April 2024 to end of May 2024.
We offer flexible shifts - 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm or 8am-6pm with excellent rates of pay in a fun and friendly setting at the Coventry and North Warwickshire Cricket Club, Binley Road, Coventry.
As a Registered Health Care Professional, 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 vaccinations.
The post holder will undertake activities such as clinical assessment and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials and IM administration of vaccine.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for:
Conducting simple clinical assessments according to national protocol.
Preparation of the vaccine prior to administration by the immunisers using aseptic technique and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials.
Administration of the COVID-19 vaccination to patients.
Computer literate and able to enter vaccination data into live clinical systems concurrent with vaccination.
About us
The Sowe Valley Primary Care Network is a network of ten GP practices covering 84,000 patients.
Our vaccination centre based at the Coventry and North Warwickshire Sports Club has been established specifically to support the COVID-19 vaccination programme with over 170,000 vaccinations administered to date.
The centre has received exceptional patient and HCP feedback for the outstanding and efficient service provided. The atmosphere in the centre is amazing and it is a privilege to be a part of the multi-disciplinary team delivering this vaccination programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Specific
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 setup at the start of each session and tidied down at the end of the day.
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 and vaccine data entry digitally on Pinnacle Pharmoutcomes. Confidence in use of computers is essential.
- 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 citizens understanding of the vaccination implications and get consent agreement on vaccination.
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 manufacturers 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.
Behaviour / Ways of working / Work approach
Manage and prioritise own workload
Work as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships
Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients may be affected.
Display good analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations.
Demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and ensure that all work carried out is recorded accurately
Provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures
Patient Safety and Clinical Governance
- Use clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the patients as safe as possible
Follow the centre and national policies including Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and national protocols or standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed. These include SOPs on the safe storage, administration and disposal of the vaccine.
Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety and security of self and others in work area. Assist in the identification and assessment risks in work activities.
Practice in accordance with the professional, ethical and legal codes of the site and its protocols and guidelines
Work with team to maintain high standards of infection control in the clinical area and a well-maintained department environment
Actively promote diversity and sustain relationships that promote dignity, rights and responsibilities. Identify and take action to address discrimination and oppression
Ensure that the practice complies with Data Protection/ Confidentiality/ Caldicott principles in addition to Statutory and Regulatory guidelines of the Professional Bodies (NMC, GPhC, HCPC and others)
Safeguard people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their own limits and asking for help and escalate concerns when necessary
Reflect on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made
Maintain compliance with staff mandatory training requirements
Physical effort
- Manual handling of equipment
(e.g. records, vaccination equipment)
- Standing up whilst
delivering vaccination (most of the working hours)
- Sitting moderate periods
when using Visual Display Units / writing records / correspondence
- Lifting and carrying of
patient records and equipment daily
Mental effort
- Frequent concentration to
complete vaccination, client assessment and observation
- Work pattern altering to
meet service need and prioritising work issues accordingly with changes
faced
Emotional effort
- Occasionally needs to cope
with difficult emotional situations
- Occasional exposure to
aggressive patients and family members dealing with individuals who are
needle phobic
Working conditions
- Daily occasionally (at the
clinical station), may be exposed to clients/relatives who are verbally
aggressive or display challenging behaviours
- Frequent exposure to body
fluids, uncontained blood and occasional unpleasant conditions, e.g. vomit
- Frequently working for long
hours doing a repetitive task, with PPE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Specific
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 setup at the start of each session and tidied down at the end of the day.
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 and vaccine data entry digitally on Pinnacle Pharmoutcomes. Confidence in use of computers is essential.
- 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 citizens understanding of the vaccination implications and get consent agreement on vaccination.
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 manufacturers 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.
Behaviour / Ways of working / Work approach
Manage and prioritise own workload
Work as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships
Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients may be affected.
Display good analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations.
Demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and ensure that all work carried out is recorded accurately
Provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures
Patient Safety and Clinical Governance
- Use clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the patients as safe as possible
Follow the centre and national policies including Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and national protocols or standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed. These include SOPs on the safe storage, administration and disposal of the vaccine.
Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety and security of self and others in work area. Assist in the identification and assessment risks in work activities.
Practice in accordance with the professional, ethical and legal codes of the site and its protocols and guidelines
Work with team to maintain high standards of infection control in the clinical area and a well-maintained department environment
Actively promote diversity and sustain relationships that promote dignity, rights and responsibilities. Identify and take action to address discrimination and oppression
Ensure that the practice complies with Data Protection/ Confidentiality/ Caldicott principles in addition to Statutory and Regulatory guidelines of the Professional Bodies (NMC, GPhC, HCPC and others)
Safeguard people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their own limits and asking for help and escalate concerns when necessary
Reflect on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made
Maintain compliance with staff mandatory training requirements
Physical effort
- Manual handling of equipment
(e.g. records, vaccination equipment)
- Standing up whilst
delivering vaccination (most of the working hours)
- Sitting moderate periods
when using Visual Display Units / writing records / correspondence
- Lifting and carrying of
patient records and equipment daily
Mental effort
- Frequent concentration to
complete vaccination, client assessment and observation
- Work pattern altering to
meet service need and prioritising work issues accordingly with changes
faced
Emotional effort
- Occasionally needs to cope
with difficult emotional situations
- Occasional exposure to
aggressive patients and family members dealing with individuals who are
needle phobic
Working conditions
- Daily occasionally (at the
clinical station), may be exposed to clients/relatives who are verbally
aggressive or display challenging behaviours
- Frequent exposure to body
fluids, uncontained blood and occasional unpleasant conditions, e.g. vomit
- Frequently working for long
hours doing a repetitive task, with PPE
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Health Care Professional e.g. NMC for nurses, GPhC for pharmacists and equivalent for other healthcare professionals.
- Educated to degree level (level 5) in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Current immunisation training / update or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in similar clinical role
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Working knowledge and literate with computer skills to use of word document, internet access and email correspondence and electronic record keeping.
- Effective skills in communicating complex and sensitive information and in difficult situations, requiring empathy, reassurance, persuasion and influence
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workloads to changing and often tight deadlines
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Health Care Professional e.g. NMC for nurses, GPhC for pharmacists and equivalent for other healthcare professionals.
- Educated to degree level (level 5) in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Current immunisation training / update or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in similar clinical role
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Working knowledge and literate with computer skills to use of word document, internet access and email correspondence and electronic record keeping.
- Effective skills in communicating complex and sensitive information and in difficult situations, requiring empathy, reassurance, persuasion and influence
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workloads to changing and often tight deadlines
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
