Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of a small friendly team which provides procurement support to the entire pharmacy team.
Demonstrable experience working financial, procurement or a pharmacy role would be a distinct advantage for this role and the applicant would need strong mathematical skills due to the financial aspects of the role.Applicants would also need to be able to support the goods in function which will some times involves the receipt and storage of cumbersome loads.
For an informal discussion please contact the following:-Ben Shields - ben.shields1@NHS.net
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
The Key dimensions of this role will include but are not exclusive to:
Support the Lead Technician and Senior Technician - Pharmacy Procurement with facilitating price changes
Process Pharmacy orders and assist with the receipt of stock
Support the Procurement Manager with the development and progression of eCommerce
Support with stock take activities relating to goods on Pallet store locations
Support in the ordering, receipt and safe storage of all required medicines and clinical devices.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great patient care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and person specification for details of duties and requirements for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and person specification for details of duties and requirements for this role.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Good mathematical background for invoicing purposes
- Sound proven understanding of finance processes.
- Proficient in the use of Windows and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Access
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in a medical or health related environment
- Previous demonstrable experience in a financial background
- Previous demonstrable experience of hospital Pharmacy computer systems
- Sound proven understanding of Good Distribution Practice and WDA(H) legislation
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE's or equivalent in English and Mathematics of grade C or above
- NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
- Equivalent to GCSE or above in IT related subject
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent demonstrable experience
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Mathematical ability
- Good written communication
- Able to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to recognise own limitations
- Ability to reflect on own performance
Desirable
- Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Demonstrable experience in acting as a team leader
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Good mathematical background for invoicing purposes
- Sound proven understanding of finance processes.
- Proficient in the use of Windows and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Access
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in a medical or health related environment
- Previous demonstrable experience in a financial background
- Previous demonstrable experience of hospital Pharmacy computer systems
- Sound proven understanding of Good Distribution Practice and WDA(H) legislation
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE's or equivalent in English and Mathematics of grade C or above
- NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
- Equivalent to GCSE or above in IT related subject
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent demonstrable experience
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Mathematical ability
- Good written communication
- Able to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to recognise own limitations
- Ability to reflect on own performance
Desirable
- Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Demonstrable experience in acting as a team leader
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
