Pharmacy Assistant

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

NR31 Gorleston-on-Sea

Full-Time

Immediately

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Job Description

If you’re looking for a new opportunity in a challenging but rewarding aspect of Pharmacy, then this may be the opportunity for you.

The James Paget University Hospital Pharmacy department is 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 role is mainly office based.

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.
Accurately process orders ensuring that contract lines have been ordered where applicable.
Place orders with Manufacturers and Wholesalers electronically using a web-based ordering system.
Order medical and special gases when required.
Pass invoices and credit notes promptly and investigate, rectify, or report discrepancies immediately.
Investigate and action medications on 'To Follow' to ensure that the stock is obtained as quickly as possible whilst considering urgency and cost.
Ensure that all documentation is completed accurately and filed appropriately, and that filing systems are kept up to date and in good order.
Liaise with the Procurement Manager regarding out of stocks, non-contract, and supplier issues.
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.

Job Requirements

Work permit in United Kingdom: Required

English language skill: Intermediate (B1)

Driver's license: Not required

Suitable Qualifications

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