Healthcare Assistant Vaccination Clinic Team

Job summary

Dorset Healthcare is responsible for administering vaccinations for adults andchildren as part of the biggest vaccination programme in history.

We are looking for Healthcare Assistants to support our vaccination teams across the Dorset county to deliver a variety of vaccines.We're looking for a proactive and caring HealthCare Assistant who is wanting tosupport the vaccination team at various sites across the county. We offer flexible working where possible.

Vaccination clinics are currently run at the following locations:Bournemouth Vaccination Centre (KPU)Wareham HospitalLinden Unit, Weymouthother locations throughout Dorset according to demand, and we do offeroccasional support to other IVS teamsAll successful applicants will be required to work at all sites and so it is essential tobe a driver with your own vehicle for work use.Although this role is predominantly clinical some admin tasks are required.

This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring anew check.

Main duties of the job

Support with the configuration of the vaccination station, ensuring the availabilityof initial consumables, waste receptacles, trolleys and vaccines.Prepare and administer vaccines in line with National ProtocolBe familiar with National Protocol and aware of Patient Group Directives(PGD's) for the vaccination.Ensure waste control and sanitisation of the vaccination area.Ensure waste control and sanitisation of the post-vaccinationobservation area.Support with the storage, transportation and delivery of vaccinesand equipment (e.g. collect and return vaccines to storage areas,ensure disposal of used clinical equipment).Ensure strict data and patient record confidentialityPatient Safety and Clinical GovernanceAssist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety andsecurity of self and others in work area.Assist in the identification and assessment risks in work activities.Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to anypatient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirementsof the Data Protection Act.

Be prepared to travel to sites across the county and understand that our workload can be varied and dynamic, according to service requirements.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most oftheir lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialistinpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental healthservices for a population of almost 800,000 people.We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say theyhave a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they canreally make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of ourbustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or amongthe rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in ourcommunities.Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is atestament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for thefuture, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're aninclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, andwe are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career,and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to bebetter every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.