Healthcare Assistant Vaccination Clinic Team
Job overview
Dorset Healthcare is responsible for administering vaccinations for adults and children 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 to support 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, Weymouth
other locations throughout Dorset according to demand, and we do offer
occasional support to other IVS teams
All successful applicants will be required to work at all sites and so it is essential to be 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 availability of initial consumables, waste receptacles, trolleys and vaccines.Prepare and administer vaccines in line with National Protocol
Be 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-vaccination
observation area.
Support with the storage, transportation and delivery of vaccines
and equipment (e.g. collect and return vaccines to storage areas, ensure disposal of used clinical equipment).
Ensure strict data and patient record confidentiality
Patient Safety and Clinical Governance
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.
Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any
patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements
of 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.
Working for our organisation
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services 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 they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we 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 be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support.If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Person specification
JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria- Previous experience of working in a care environment
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of working with the public
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential criteria- Some knowledge of personal care duties
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
BUSINESS TRAVEL
Essential criteria- Car driver with access to own vehicle for work duties
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential criteria- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.
What working for us will provide:
- 27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 over ten years (for staff on Agenda for Change terms and conditions)
- Excellent NHS pension scheme
- Health and wellbeing services
- Flexible working options, including family-friendly hours
- Free training and one-to-one career coaching to reach your career goals
- Preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and AHPs
- Access to nine staff networks – have a voice and transform our Trust
- Relocation costs where applicable
- Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities – including childcare vouchers, car lease and cycle scheme, home technology equipment, and buying annual leave
- NHS discounts to save on your shopping, gym membership and more
Visit our careers website to learn more about our culture, staff stories, benefits, development programmes and opportunities.
What you need to do:
Before applying for this post, please do ensure that you have read the job description and person specification requirements. If you think you have everything we're looking for, then we'd love to hear from you, alternatively if you would like more information about the role please do not hesitate to contact us.
Regrettably, we are not able to offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you attempt to apply for a role that we do not offer sponsorship for, you will receive notification of this at the time of starting your application and you will not be able to proceed.At this point, we wish to thank you for your interest in working for us and apologise we cannot take your application any further.
Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Further guidance can be found on the gov.uk website. It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form.Overseas applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)