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The James Paget University Hospital Pharmacy department are looking for someone to join our Pharmacy Procurement team. Previous experience in any sector of pharmacy is desirable and the successful candidate will work towards if not already have an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services. Hospital Pharmacy experience is not essential as full training in medicines ordering processes will be provided.
You will assist the pharmacy department in ordering the medicines required to satisfy the needs of a busy hospital. You will also assist in other aspects of the pharmacy service, such as stock management and dispensing, helping to ensure the highest quality of pharmaceutical care is given to our patients.
The team has a strong focus on training and development and supports career progression within the department.
Service requirements include participation in late duty, weekend and bank holiday working.
To accurately process orders ensuring that contract lines have been ordered where applicable.
To place orders with Manufacturers and Wholesalers electronically using a web based ordering system.
To order medical and special gases when required.
To pass invoices and credit notes promptly and investigate, rectify or report discrepancies immediately.
To investigate and action medications on 'To Follow' to ensure that the stock is obtained as quickly as possible whilst considering urgency and cost.
To ensure that all documentation is completed accurately and filed appropriately and that filing systems are kept up to date and in good order.
To liaise with the Procurement Manager regarding out of stocks, non-contract and supplier issues.
To claim monies back from Manufacturers for off-contract purchases where applicable.
Follow Departmental SOP's at all times.
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Clare Harper Job title: Procurement and Homecare Manager Email address: clare.harper@jpaget.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01493 452181
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Hospitals and Health Care
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