About this role
Job summary
Are you a registered healthcare professional looking for a rewarding, flexible community role where you can make a real difference? We have an exciting opportunity to join the BEMS Outreach Vaccination team in a flexible, bank role supporting the vaccination of vulnerable people across B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW).
You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team delivering high-quality care, improving access to vaccination and helping to protect local communities.You will travel across BSW to visit people who are housebound, care home residents, community clinics, as well as community events and locations.
This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to protect vulnerable people, work in a range of community settings, predominantly supporting seasonal vaccinations (COVID-19 and influenzas) but also the opportunity to support our wider Vaccination Outreach service, focussing on vaccination uptake across the lifespan.
We will provide training in vaccination, and this post could be suitable for newly qualified registered healthcare professionals.
Main duties of the job
As a registered health professional, you will undertake a varied role supporting the planning, preparation and delivery of a variety of vaccine services across BSW. Key duties include:
Travelling across BSW, delivering safe, welcoming and effective vaccination services for eligible adults across care homes, homes, community clinics and outreach settings. Using your clinical judgement to assess capacity to consent, confirm eligibility and administer vaccinations safely in line with Patient Group Directions and local policies. Safely administering vaccinations to eligible patients and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the vaccination service. Working closely with colleagues, escalating concerns promptly and appropriately, contributing to a collaborative, safe and positive working environment. Build positive relationships patients, families, GPs, local authorities and partner organisations, using clear and compassionate communication. Help plan and run smooth vaccination sessions, including vaccine collection, cold chain management, stock control, clinic set-up and accurate documentation. Recognise and escalate clinical concerns, risks or incidents promptly, including responding safely in emergency situations such as anaphylaxis. Keeping high-quality clinical records, supporting data quality and contributing to audits, learning and ongoing service improvement. See Job Description for FULL details
About us
BEMS is a B&NES based not-for-profit General Practice Federation.
We work across the community to provide high quality clinical services as well as supporting our members who include local GPs, Practice Managers, our staff, patients, and the public.
The Outreach Vaccination Team at BEMS are a small but dynamic team who undertake a variety of work across BSW. The team is based in Devizes, at the heart of BSW and travel around our area to reach the populations who need us. Many of our team have been with us more many years as we offer as much flexibility as we can, and we are now excited to be able to offer the chance to join our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Vaccinator you will work as part of a team to provide a caring, quality service to patients during the delivery of vaccinations across the lifespan, primarily COVID-19 and Influenza vaccines, to the patient population defined within the outreach service. This primarily covers people who are housebound or reside in care homes, but it may include community events or other community locations. At all times you will work within your own competence and use your own judgement, knowledge and common sense in your day-to-day activities.
You will undertake activities such as clinical assessment, preparation and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials and post vaccine observation support. In particular, the post holder will be responsible for:
Conducting clinical assessments.
The review of complex medical histories and potential adverse reactions.
Preparation of the vaccine prior to administration.
Safe vaccination of patients across Banes, Swindon and Wiltshire in a variety of settings.
Ensuring the best possible clinical outcomes by using up to date skills and adhering to evidence based policies and procedures.
Maintaining universal infection control procedures.
Providing a robust Make Every Contact Count (MECC) offer during all patient interactions.
Job Responsibilities
Independently manage a daily patient list and personal workload, as directed by the Clinical Managers.
Complete a minimum of 20 housebound patient visits per standard housebound shift.
Work independently and as part of a team, under supervision when required.
Communicate routine, complex and sensitive information to patients and/or their relatives/carers and colleagues.
Handle difficult conversations (sensitive, language barriers, hostile atmosphere) and convert complex technical information into easily to understand communication.
Conduct clinical assessments of patients prior to vaccination to confirm the patient meets the criteria for safe vaccination, including previous vaccinations, current health condition, assessment of medical history and allergies.
Assess each patients capacity to consent to vaccination, escalating to the Duty Manager on sift with any concerns. This could include discussing with the family, holders of a Lasting Power of Attorney and the Registered GP Practice. Vaccinations may also be given under a Best Interest Decision by the post holder.
Assess the patients readiness for vaccination and address any concerns the patient may have prior to vaccination.
Provide the patient with verbal and written advice about any potential adverse reaction and contra-indications.
If a vaccine is contraindicated, give a verbal explanation and advice when vaccination may be considered in the future.
Ensure the patient understands the vaccination implications and gain informed, verbal consent to proceed with vaccination.
When required, work in partnership with patients, relatives and carers to gain consent for vaccination, treating all with reassurance, empathy, professionalism and handling difficult conversations.
Appropriate preparation of a variety of vaccinations in use across the lifespan.
Administer vaccinations to patients who have consented and been assessed according to the relevant and valid legal framework, Patient Group Direction.
Record the clinical assessment and outcome on the electronic patient record or point of care system.
Provide all patients with appropriate MECC information and interventions as appropriate. Signpost to a variety of NHS and external organisations as required.
Adhere to the businesss clinical waste and sharps protocols when disposing of syringes and sharps.
Follow in house, local and national Infection Control guidelines including the use of PPE when required.
Responsible for safe use of equipment and resources, ensuring equipment is maintained and suitable for use.
Complete required local and NHSE documentation at the end of each vaccination session.
Assist with the monitoring of vaccine and other related stock.
Participate in clinical audits as required.
Undertake additional tasks as required within your general role as a vaccinator.
Professional Responsibility
Adhere to your Professional Code of Conduct, work within own competence and maintain professional development to stay fit for practice.
Use clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the patients as safe as possible.
Ensure all NHS statutory & mandatory training is kept up to date. This includes Basic Life Support, Anaphylaxis, immunisation procedures and specific Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination training.
Follow local and national policies and protocols, seeking guidance from the Duty Manager if required.
Promote service uptake within the community.
Respond to queries and/or escalate to the Duty Manager when appropriate.
Knowledge and understanding of local and national cold chain procedures and the safe storage, administration and disposal of COVID-19 and Influenza vaccines.
Build and maintain relationships with other healthcare professionals and external bodies.
Participate in training programmes, performance reviews, and personal/professional development.
Responsibility for information resources (including systems access)
Effectively use Information Technology (IT) systems to enhance direct and indirect care delivery.
Use of an electronic patient record and point of care systems.
Maintain accurate documentation and records using IT as per BEMS policies and procedures.
Patient Safety and Clinical Governance
Use clinical judgement and risk assessments to maintain patient safety.
Follow local and national policies including Patient Group Directions, Patient Specific Directions and Standard Operating Procedures.
Practise in accordance with the professional, ethical and legal codes of the service and its protocols and guidelines.
Work with the team to maintain high standards of infection control in all areas of the service.
Sustain relationships that promote dignity, rights and responsibilities.
Identify and take action to address discrimination and oppression.
Ensure that clinical practice complies with Data Protection/ Confidentiality/ Caldicott principles in addition to Statutory and Regulatory guidelines of the Professional Bodies (NMC, GPhC, HCPC and others).
Reflect on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made.
Maintain compliance with staff mandatory training requirements.
Assist and support BEMS to provide a quality vaccination service.
Promote and maintain the health, safety and security of self and others in the work area in accordance with the BEMS+ Health and Safety Policy.
Assist in the identification and assessment risks within the working activities.
Use personal security systems and manage work risks effectively.
Report potential risks and adverse incidents and participate in significant event review promptly and as per BEMS+ Risk Management Policy.
Reduce transmission of infection by using local and national infection prevention and management procedures.
Safeguarding
Commit to safeguarding adults at risk (vulnerable adults), children, and young people.
Adhere to legislation and local policies on Safeguarding Children and Adults and be aware of your duties and responsibilities.
Recognise signs of abuse and neglect.
Inform the BEMS+ Safeguarding Lead of any concerns promptly.
Stay up to date with safeguarding training requirements.
Confidentiality:
Respect patients' privacy and maintain confidentiality.
Access and share information only with authorised persons as per BEMS+ confidentiality policy.
Equality and Diversity:
Support equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, colleagues and visitors.
Respect the privacy, dignity, and beliefs of all individuals.
Behave in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner.
This job title and job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and is subject to periodic review and amendments.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Health Care Professional with the NMC, GPhC or HCPC. Completed NHS statutory and mandatory training required by employer. Commitment and willingness to undertake further training as required.
Communication Skills Essential
Evidence of a good standard of literacy / English language skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic. Listens to others' views respecting and valuing individual patient needs. Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner. Manage conflict and verbal or physical aggression calmly and effectively. High standards of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet. Positive and clear oral communication skills, both face to face and on the telephone. Ability to take instruction directly and work as part of a small and interdependent team. Delegate duties safely and competently. Contribute to team effectiveness by reflecting on activities and making suggestions.
Experience Essential
Work within a clinical health care role in primary care or other community healthcare environment. Experience of using lT systems, including accessing medical records and Yellow Card reporting scheme. Ability to record, retrieve information and enter data on electronic patient record and point of care system. Work according to national or local protocols and legal frameworks for vaccination.
Personal qualities and attributes Essential
Able to work at the desired times. Flexibility of hours for cover. Able to undertake the physical requirements of the post. Work well under pressure. Able to work as a team member, working unsupervised and use own initiative to problem solve and manage competing priorities. 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.
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).
Employer details Employer name Banes Enhanced Medical Services Ltd (BEMS)
Address Banes Enhanced Medical Services
Beacon House,
Hopton Road
Devizes
Wilts
SN10 2EY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bems.uk.com/ (Opens in a new tab)