About this role
Job summary
Mid Dorset Primary Care Network partners Mid Dorset GP Practices in the delivery of extended primary care services.
We are seeking an organised team member to support purchasing, input and output of financial information and complete routine finance transactions.
The hours for this post will be up to 2 half days per week but this may increase as MDPH develops services.
Days may be flexible by arrangement with the management team prior to employment.
This role is only open to candidates with UK residential status as we are unable to sponsor applicants at present.
Main duties of the job
Receive regular purchase requests from across the PCN teams including nursing consumables, drugs, stationery, housekeeping etc.
Ensure value for money
Negotiate with suppliers
Working Closely with the Managing Director to manage income/expenditure.
Report writing
Managing financial systems.
See Job Description attached for all information.
About us
Mid Dorset PCN works in partnership with 8 Mid Dorset GP Practices, employing clinical and non-clinical teams to support patients.
As part of the NHS we have access to NHS Pensions and abide by the NHS Code of Conduct.
Job description Job responsibilities
For all information on this role, please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached to the Job Advert.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Team working Business purchasing and / or business finance experience Working with protocols
Desirable
Working in NHS environment Working in a finance role Purchasing and negotiation experience
Additional Skills Essential
Attention to detail Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Confidentiality Negotiation skills Assertiveness Communication skills, both written and verbal Problem solving Ability to absorb complex information and communicate it effectively to others
Desirable
Natural leadership and people skills Ability to interpret and analyse complex statistical information Lateral thinking Change management Resource management Organisational skills
Knowledge Essential
A good range of IT knowledge including word, excel, email and databases
Desirable
Knowledge of Quickbooks or similar book-keeping system PCSE
Qualifications Essential
Good level of secondary education including Maths and English
Desirable
Higher level qualifications showing relevance for the role
Other Competencies Essential
Self-directed working Innovative approach Highly motivated Confident and compassionate Flexibility Enthusiasm Team player Calm approach Positive attitude Ability to work under pressure
Employer details Employer name Mid Dorset Primary Healthcare Ltd
Address Puddletown Surgery
Athelhampton Road
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8FY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mid-dorsetpcn.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)