About this role
Job summary
Hi I'm Prit, Chief Pharmacy tech in Operations at SWBH Pharmacy.
We are looking for a proactive Procurement Pharmacy Assistant to join our friendly Procurement Team based within our brand new Stores & Distribution hub at Sheldon Block Pharmacy. This position requires a strong sense of attention to detail and ability to concentrate on tasks for extended periods. The role is focused on procurement tasks that contribute towards delivery of our services across 3 of our sites: Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), Sheldon Block Pharmacy & Sandwell Health Campus.
You will be part of the Pharmacy Procurement Team where you will be supported by the Lead Pharmacy Technician in Procurement, Stores & Distribution and also Senior Pharmacy Technicians.
Pharmacy experience of working within a Pharmacy environment is essential to this role.
This role is Band 3 - subject to banding
Main duties of the job
Within this role you will be predominately based at Sheldon Block Pharmacy (located on the City Health Campus) and may be required to work at MMUH on an adhoc basis.
Main duties of this role are:
Chasing outstanding pharmaceutical orders Placing orders for pharmaceuticals adhering to national/regional contracts Updating contracts for pharmaceutical products secured by the Commercial Medicines Unit (CMU)/other relevant framework agreements onto the pharmacy computer system & Powergate Investigate stock discrepancies within the Department Assist in the event of drug recalls to quarantine affected batches and process credits from the suppliers Identify supply problems or issues regarding pharmaceutical products and resolve supply issues by purchasing alternate brands/packs where possible. Supporting the stores and distribution team when required
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key working relationships:
You will work very closely with the Senior Pharmacy Technicians within the Procurement Team as well as the Specialist Pharmacy Assistant for Stores and Distribution.
You will be in regular contact with Pharmacists and other Technicians within the Department regarding supply issues and updates.
Please refer to the full job description for further details on the duties of this role.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Working within a pharmacy environment Using computer systems
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of Pharmaceuticals
Desirable
Knowledge of Pharmacy Procurement, Stores and Distribution systems
Skills Essential
Good time management Accurate and meticulous Excellent communication skills Reliable and well organised Good written skills
Mental Effort Essential
Able to maintain concentration through frequent interruptions and for long periods Work in a pressurised environment
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.
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Employer details Employer name Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address Sheldon Block Pharmacy, City Health Campus (SWB NHS Trust)
Dudley road
Birmingham
B18 7QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)