Primary Care VaccinatorNHS

Job summary

The postholder will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of Shingles, RSV, Pneumococcal, COVID-19, seasonal Influenza vaccinations and any other vaccinations which becomes part of the NHS schedule to registered patients, both in patients home and within the practice setting. The postholder will assess suitability for vaccination, obtain informed consent, administer vaccines in accordance with current clinical guidance, maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the wider clinical team. Where necessary arrange follow up for specific vaccinations.

This role will be supported by a vaccine coordinator.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be responsible for the safe and effective delivery of vaccines to patients in surgeries and in their homes.

When vaccinating housebound patients, you will be required to collect and transport the vaccine, assess the clinical appropriateness of vaccination, administer the vaccine in accordance with a Patient Group Directive, and use SystmOne to record your work.

You will work closely with our GP practices and administrative teams, and you will receive statutory and mandatory training as required.

You must be a confident practitioner, skilled in working with frail patients, and capable of managing your workload independently in a community setting.

Job description

The postholder will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of Shingles, RSV, Pneumococcal, COVID-19, Influenza vaccinations and any other vaccinations which becomes part of the NHS schedule to registered patients, both in patients home and within the practice setting. The postholder will assess suitability for vaccination, obtain informed consent, administer vaccines in accordance with current clinical guidance, maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the wider clinical team. Where necessary arrange follow up for specific vaccinations.

Role specific focus areas and process

Delivery of vaccination programmes in patients homes and in the practice setting

Safe collection, transportation and storage of vaccines while maintaining cold chain requirements.

Assessment of housebound patients' suitability for vaccination.

Administration of vaccinations in accordance with Patient Group Directions (PGDs), National Protocols or other approved frameworks.

Timely and accurate recording of vaccination activity.

Maintaining effective communication with practice.

Ensuring patient safety, confidentiality and professional standards always.

Main Duties, Outline Responsibilities and Work Portfolio

Patient/Client Care and Support

Assist practices with the administration of vaccinations for their patient populations within surgeries and patients' homes.

Assess patients for clinical suitability prior to vaccination.

Obtain informed consent before administering vaccines.

Deliver vaccinations safely and effectively in line with current clinical guidance.

Manage and respond appropriately to adverse reactions, including anaphylaxis.

Provide advice and reassurance to patients and carers regarding vaccinations.

Leadership and Workforce

Work independently while maintaining strong communication with the wider clinical team.

Work closely with the vaccinator coordinator to support identification of patient cohorts/ organising clinics/ arranging visit in demographic order

Support the delivery of PCN vaccination programmes.

Maintain professional registration and competency requirements.

Participate in supervision, training and appraisal processes.

Financial, budgetary and contract management

Ensure appropriate use of vaccines, equipment and consumables.

Minimise wastage through effective stock handling and cold chain management

Organisational Policy

Adhere to ENMP policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.

Comply with professional standards and codes of conduct.

Complete and maintain mandatory training requirements.

Task management (including work related planning)

Manage daily workload efficiently and effectively.

Plan and undertake home visits according to service requirements.

Collect and transport vaccines and consumables in accordance with governance procedures.

Maintain accurate documentation and records.

Decision Making

Assess patient suitability for vaccination.

Apply clinical judgement when responding to risks, concerns or unexpected events.

Escalate clinical issues appropriately where required.

Communication and Information

Information systems and software responsibilities include use of:

Systm One

ICE system

AccuRX

MS Office

Federated Data Platform

Responsibility for data entry, text processing or storage of data, utilising paper or computer-based data entry systems are a key component of the role.

Research and Audit

All staff at ENMP are expected to support and assist with research and audits from time to time but the postholder will have no responsibility other than complying with these requirements.

Corporate Responsibilities

The postholder is expected to comply with all corporate responsibilities detailed within the ENMP Job Description template, including professional standards, teamwork, quality improvement, safety, confidentiality and information governance

Work and Professional Standards

To conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Practices values and behaviours

To work to the highest standard of care in order to promote the Practice as a quality care provider

To adhere to the Practices standards and expectations as communicated through policy and briefings

To represent the Practice as required at external meetings and functions and to act as an ambassador for the organisation.

To work flexibly in order to ensure that the Practice delivers effective, individual and compassionate care

To participate in relevant staff training (including compliance with mandatory training requirements)

To actively participate in the staff appraisal process

Collaboration, teamwork, and relationships

To work and collaborate with other members of the ENMP team to ensure delivery of satisfactory performance, governance, and management of risk relative to role

To promote and constructive working relationships both internally with colleagues and with external organisations

To work effectively in collaboration with clinicians and managers of other health and social care organisations within the health system where there are common interests

Quality and Efficiency

To work proactively in order to identify areas for quality improvement and efficiency

Safety

To ensure compliance with safe systems of work and that all necessary health and safety requirements are met including the reporting of hazards and accidents

To work to high standards of infection control appropriate to role

Confidentiality and Information Governance

To ensure patient/staff confidentiality and information governance standards are maintained and respected at all times.

About us

East Norfolk Medical Practice is a friendly 15 partner GP practice, including physician associates and paramedics providing excellent health care to our growing population of approximately 32000 patients over four sites in the Great Yarmouth area. We are committed to improving the health, wellbeing and lives of our patients and colleagues in a friendly, supportive, pro-active and well- organised working environment.