An exciting opportunity has arisen for a pro-active and dynamic registrant Immunisation Clinician to join our patient focussed and supportive immunisations and vaccination team in South Powys. We have opportunity for 1 x full time position (37.5 hours/5 days per week) and 1 part time up to 22.5 hours per week

The successful applicant will work closely with the Lead Nurse & Clinical Supervisor to increase local uptake by providing and supporting immunisation and vaccination services to the eligible population of Powys, in line with the National Immunisation Framework.

As Immunisation Clinician you will provide Clinical Supervision to the Band 3 Heath Care Support Worker Immunisers and deliver immunisations and vaccinations in a wide range of settings, including vaccination centres, outreach clinics at local community centres, community hospitals and care homes.

An understanding of the role of an immunisation clinician is essential for this role, however full training and updates will be provided.

The ability to travel to different vaccination sites across Powys Teaching Health Board is essential for this role.

If you feel you are a good match for this exciting position, please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to this vacancy - we look forward to hearing from you.

Main duties of the job

• As an Immunisation Clinician you will work closely in a small team,providing a range of vaccinations to eligible cohorts.
• Provide clinical supervision to HCSW immunisers.
• Contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of immunisation programmes to all eligible persons for a particular vaccination programme.
• You will possess excellent communication skills and will work closely with the MDT in the vaccination centre to ensure the safe delivery of vaccinations to the local population in the Mid and South of the county.
• Ensure the delivery of the highest possible standards of quality assured, evidence-based practice e.g. safe cold chain storage of vaccines, and disposal of clinical waste, management of vaccine stock levels and disposal of clinical waste.
• Responsible for all aspects of care for citizens ranging from pre-vaccination assessment, careful management of the vaccine and administration of vaccination to eligible citizens in line with the National immunisation Framework. You will provide guidance and support to the band 3 immunisers and will liaise with the Clinical lead nurse who will support you in your role.
• Transfer equipment and vaccines to and from sessions (between various locations), stock management, including rotation of stock, ensuring stock levels are maintained and addressed.
• For further details, please see the job description and personal specification attached to this vacancy.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Registered Therapist
• Evidence based practice
• Understanding of the public health role of the Immunisation Clinician
• Knowledge of National and Local Public Health policies, in particular Vaccine Preventable Diseases
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures, and implications for practice
• Previous basic life support (Adults and Children), and anaphylaxis training

Desirable

• Clinical audit
• National Minimum Standards for immunisation training or to be completed on commencement of role

Experience

Essential

• Team working and delegation of work to HCSWs
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Previous experience of providing immunisation services / involvement in immunisation programmes

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and be able to identify learning needs
• Problem solving
• Excellent and accurate record keeping
• IT literate
• Ability to communicate well on sensitive subjects, in a nonjudgemental way
• Ability to deliver a live vaccine

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate PTHB Values
• Ability to work under pressure
• Commitment
• Enthusiasm
• Flexibility in availability to meet service needs
• Ability to work varied hours forming part of 7 day roster period

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to various locations across Powys in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys Hospital

Vaccination Centre, Concert Hall

Bronllys

LD3 0LU

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

070-NMR121-0724-A