Pharmacy Procurement Officer

at  Swansea Bay University Health Board

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING.

At the Singleton Hospital, our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to delivering the best quality care to our local communities and need committed and skilled people to help achieve this.
We have an exciting new career opportunity and are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join the staff within Singleton Pharmacy department as a Pharmacy Procurement Officer.
This post provides the post holder with the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and experience in the day-to-day delivery of a pharmacy procurement service.
The post holder will be responsible for the safe, efficient and effective daily delivery of procurement and distribution services by maximising resources within budgetary controls adhering to all Health Board and departmental policies and procedures and in addition to nationally agreed standards.

THE POST HOLDER WILL BE:

• Responsible for providing education and training in line with current standards issued by the governing body for NVQ Level 2 and 3.
• Responsible for maintenance and review of departmental standing operating procedures relevant to the areas of responsibility and to suggest changes to other relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Responsible for the procurement of all medicines, including unlicensed medicines, ensuring the appropriate governance process is followed.
• Manage the daily procurement within the framework and direction set by the Senior Technician and the Pharmacy Manager/Senior Pharmacist.
  We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
  As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
  You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
  There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
  We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
  Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
  If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
  For further details of the role please review the attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
  The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

Please refer the Job description for details