Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Procurement Specialist to join our Procurement department at The London Clinic, based at our head office site in London (W1G 6BW). We are offering a competitive inclusive salary based on skills and experience.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Procurement Specialist will maintain a close working relationship with the core Purchasing and Supply Chain team to provide an effective Procurement service. This will include working with Procurement Business Partners, as required, in tendering/RFQ's and contract management across the London Clinic.
The Clinical Procurement Specialist will be required to maintain a personal knowledge base, which reflects current research and development, and disseminate information, where appropriate. The post holder will develop and maintain relationships with clinical colleagues to ensure that patient safety is ensured and risks are minimised through best practice and by the procurement of products that are evidenced based. Through the development of these relationships the CPS will liaise with decision makers and end-users to help identify new schemes in pursuit of cost reduction objectives.
The post holder will develop, manage and report on an agreed work plan and savings plan and will take the lead on a number of projects by facilitating trials and evaluations of products which will provide the London Clinic with clinical, safety and/or financial benefits; and if and when required, responding swiftly to unplanned organisational needs for example MAJAX and Pandemic outbreak of influenza or other related major incidents.
About us
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities, and circa 1350 employees where we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 150+ patient beds and 10 operating theatres, including a Hybrid theatre and two minimally invasive/day surgery theatres. Speciality areas include, General surgery; ENT; Gynaecology; Hepatobiliary; Neuro-spinal; Ophthalmic; Orthopaedic; Plastic and reconstructive; Robotic; Urology; Vascular & Weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery).
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Procurement team provide professional procurement expertise, advice and services across the organisation ensuring value for money is achieved, whilst fundamentally supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Key Duties
- To engage with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in order to provide a high-quality service.
- To provide guidance, advice and support to clinical leads, matrons, ward managers and other staff in relation to clinical procurement issues, supporting improvements in clinical practice, raising standards of care as well as the delivery of value in the goods and services the hospital purchases.
- Support specific clinical product evaluation projects considering existing local and national guidelines and best practice involving product users at every stage to support definition of clinical criteria and evaluation strategy.
- Promote awareness and understanding within the London Clinic of the function and usage of products within the supply chain teams, increase understanding of clinical concerns and issues and the positive impact of effective clinical procurement strategies on the quality of patient care.
- Support the Supply Chain team to identify, source suitable alternatives and direct replacements in response of vendor stock outs and discontinuation.
The full Job Description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Procurement team provide professional procurement expertise, advice and services across the organisation ensuring value for money is achieved, whilst fundamentally supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Key Duties
- To engage with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in order to provide a high-quality service.
- To provide guidance, advice and support to clinical leads, matrons, ward managers and other staff in relation to clinical procurement issues, supporting improvements in clinical practice, raising standards of care as well as the delivery of value in the goods and services the hospital purchases.
- Support specific clinical product evaluation projects considering existing local and national guidelines and best practice involving product users at every stage to support definition of clinical criteria and evaluation strategy.
- Promote awareness and understanding within the London Clinic of the function and usage of products within the supply chain teams, increase understanding of clinical concerns and issues and the positive impact of effective clinical procurement strategies on the quality of patient care.
- Support the Supply Chain team to identify, source suitable alternatives and direct replacements in response of vendor stock outs and discontinuation.
The full Job Description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Competent with Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Able to work as part of a large team
- Able to use initiative and work independently
- Ability to escalate clinical concern in a clear and concise manner, in a timely fashion
- Demonstrates persuasive, facilitating and influencing skills, with both staff members and clinical teams
- Well organised and able to prioritise workload, requiring minimal supervision
- Self motivated individual who applies enthusiasm, energy and reliability in all work activities
- Has a sense of urgency, with the ability to deliver to tight timescales and with competing priorities
- Proactive and curious approach to work
- Demonstrates a clear commitment to a team working approach
- Able to contribute constructively to departmental objectives by exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues
- Confident in constructively challenging the status quo
Desirable
- Competent in modern applications, such as PowerBI
- Ability to work autonomously with credibility at a senior level of the organisation, including the Board, Senior Managers and Clinicians
- Contribution to strategy development/implementation
- Experience of being involved in projects outside area of clinical expertise
- Experience of contributing to an education/staff development programme
Experience
Essential
- Extensive knowledge and post registration experience in healthcare.
- Experience working in healthcare in an acute Hospital
- Demonstrable experience of: Multidisciplinary working; statistical and data analysis skills; risk assessment / analysis & incident reporting; experience of applying principles of change management; implementing and evaluating change
Desirable
- Experience of working with senior staff and clinicians
- Experience of applying principles of change management
- Experience working within in a commercial environment e.g. within a procurement team
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) or HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) current registration
- Educated to Degree level in Nursing, Midwifery, Operating Department Practice, or another relevant degree for healthcare professionals
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable
- Advanced Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 5) or similar appropriate professional institute or relevant experience
- Project Management PRINCE 2
- Evidence of participating and leading on product selection in a clinical speciality
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Competent with Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Able to work as part of a large team
- Able to use initiative and work independently
- Ability to escalate clinical concern in a clear and concise manner, in a timely fashion
- Demonstrates persuasive, facilitating and influencing skills, with both staff members and clinical teams
- Well organised and able to prioritise workload, requiring minimal supervision
- Self motivated individual who applies enthusiasm, energy and reliability in all work activities
- Has a sense of urgency, with the ability to deliver to tight timescales and with competing priorities
- Proactive and curious approach to work
- Demonstrates a clear commitment to a team working approach
- Able to contribute constructively to departmental objectives by exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues
- Confident in constructively challenging the status quo
Desirable
- Competent in modern applications, such as PowerBI
- Ability to work autonomously with credibility at a senior level of the organisation, including the Board, Senior Managers and Clinicians
- Contribution to strategy development/implementation
- Experience of being involved in projects outside area of clinical expertise
- Experience of contributing to an education/staff development programme
Experience
Essential
- Extensive knowledge and post registration experience in healthcare.
- Experience working in healthcare in an acute Hospital
- Demonstrable experience of: Multidisciplinary working; statistical and data analysis skills; risk assessment / analysis & incident reporting; experience of applying principles of change management; implementing and evaluating change
Desirable
- Experience of working with senior staff and clinicians
- Experience of applying principles of change management
- Experience working within in a commercial environment e.g. within a procurement team
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) or HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) current registration
- Educated to Degree level in Nursing, Midwifery, Operating Department Practice, or another relevant degree for healthcare professionals
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable
- Advanced Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 5) or similar appropriate professional institute or relevant experience
- Project Management PRINCE 2
- Evidence of participating and leading on product selection in a clinical speciality
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.
