Pharmacy Procurement Officer

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for a Procurement Officer or Pharmacy Support Officer to join our fantastic Procurement team.

The position will suit procurement individuals that are looking for a change in career or hospital based pharmacy support workers that wish to broaden their experience.

Main duties of the job

To support the efficient and effective running of the pharmacy procurement service

Maintenance of computer systems and databases
Raising medicine orders
Processing of invoices
Liaising with medicine and equipment suppliers

About us

Due to investment and the development of new roles, there are several new opportunities available within our department. The Trust has successfully secured £312 million from HM Treasury to fully develop the facilities and services within The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH).

The introduction of Integrated Care Systems (ICS) as part of the NHS Long Term Plan has led to the recent formation of the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care System (STWICS). This is an exciting time that will lead to much improvement for our patient's care - if you want to make a difference; NOW is the time to join SaTH Pharmacy.

What can SaTH Pharmacy offer you?

Patient focused service
Supportive and friendly team
Opportunities for personal development
A department open to new ways of working

Date posted

24 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum /pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

223-PPO-056

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Attainment

Essential

GCSE's or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science
NVQ level 2 or equivalent in pharmacy or pharmacy or equivalent administrative experience

Desirable

NVQ 2 or equivalent certificate in procurement and supply operations

Experience

Essential

Previous work experience within administration in a healthcare setting

Desirable

Previous work experience within Pharmacy

Person Specification

Attainment

Essential

GCSE's or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science
NVQ level 2 or equivalent in pharmacy or pharmacy or equivalent administrative experience

Desirable

NVQ 2 or equivalent certificate in procurement and supply operations

Experience

Essential

Previous work experience within administration in a healthcare setting

Desirable

Previous work experience within Pharmacy

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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