At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pharmacy operations, manage orders, and enhance digital systems for efficient service.
- Company: Join a leading NHS Trust committed to patient safety and innovative healthcare.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and enjoy career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for training, mentorship, and leadership development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while building your professional expertise.
- Qualifications: Interest in pharmacy, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Support the daily running of the Purchasing & Stores section, gaining experience in staff supervision and rota management. Use the EMIS pharmacy system to manage efficient ordering, developing strong digital and procurement skills aligned with national and regional contracts. Share timely updates on product shortages and supply changes, helping shape clear communication pathways across the department. Assist in sourcing safe, suitable alternatives when contracted items are unavailable, building confidence in problem-solving and supplier liaison. Take an active role in reviewing contract changes, contributing to continuous improvement and value-based procurement. Work with the Procurement & Stores Manager to ensure unlicensed medicines are purchased safely and in line with best practice. Support the purchasing for safety policy, promoting modern, safety-focused procurement principles. Assess and release unlicensed medicines from quarantine, strengthening your knowledge of governance and quality assurance. Provide ward-based technician support when required, expanding your clinical exposure and patient-facing experience. Maintain CPD and ACT accreditation, supporting your professional growth and future career progression. Help develop and optimise digital systems, including the Omnicell robot, Omnicell cabinets and EMIS reporting. Support the rollout of electronic ordering and invoicing, contributing to the department's digital transformation. Assist in managing drug recalls following MHRA notifications. Promote patient safety and efficiency, playing a key role in a modern, forward-thinking pharmacy service. Undertake staff appraisals and objective reviews, developing leadership and people-management skills. Act as an Accredited Checking Technician across Mersey and West Lancashire sites, enhancing your checking and dispensary expertise. Participate in late-night, weekend and bank-holiday rotas, supporting a reliable 7-day service.
Clinical & Professional Responsibilities
Maintain GPhC registration and uphold high professional standards. Keep CPD up to date, supporting your long-term career development. Attend study days and courses, ensuring your skills remain current. Complete training and assessments to maintain competency across all duties. Ensure safe storage and security of medicines in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with legal and professional requirements, supporting safe practice across the Trust.
Teaching & Training Responsibilities
Provide training and supervision for pharmacists and student technicians, developing your teaching and mentoring skills.
Financial Responsibility
Support delivery of a cost-effective service, contributing to responsible resource management.
Research & Audit
Participate in audits and research projects, helping shape service development and innovation.
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