Registered Vaccinator

The post holder will be part of BCUHB Immunisation Team, and will be expected to offer vaccination advice and deliver vaccinations to patients and staff living and working in BCUHB University Health Board. The post holder will support the safe delivery of vaccines and help increase local uptake of vaccinations and may be asked to Immunise in other settings i.e. in hospitals; citizens' own homes, care homes. The post holder will work alongside, Immunisation team, Occupational Health and Public Health to meet the Welsh Government Targets for immunisation.

To champion vaccination and immunisation.

To administer vaccinations according to BCUHB University Health Board’s Patient Group Directives(PGD)

To ensure the delivery of vaccines complies with The National Minimum Standards for immunisation and the Green Book e.g. correct immunisation technique, cold chain storage of vaccines, and safe disposal of sharps.

To work across a number of settings if needed

To actively participate in health education and promotion of vaccination to improve uptake and assist in achieving national targets

To establish and maintain good personal relationships with clients and other disciplines as applicable.

To have a general awareness of current immunisation issues and controversies that can impact on uptake

To assess general health prior to vaccination to reduce potential risk.

To deal with sensitive information relating to health issues and deal with disclosures of illness sensitively

To identify resources and professionals to assist with queries e.g. Immunisation Coordinator/Team, Occupational Health

To understand factors that influence decision-making

To document immunisations using appropriate system according to the setting

To participate in clinical supervision and educational activities.

To support training and supervision of colleagues, such as demonstrating duties to new vaccinators

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.