Pharmacy Assistant; Procurement

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Main area Pharmacy Grade NHS AfC:
Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (09:00 - 15:00) Job
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Site Chesterfield Royal Hospital Town Chesterfield Salary £25,272 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 25/10/2026 23:59

An opportunity has arisen for an assistant to join our pharmacy procurement team responsible for the purchasing of medicines for the Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The procurement team mange the ordering of over £20 million worth of medicines each year, so we are looking for someone with the right skills and attention to detail. We are looking for an excellent team player who is hardworking and enthusiastic to participate in and support the provision of our services.

To undertake the safe and efficient procurement of medicines used by the hospital, undertaking a broad range of administrative and technical duties in the pharmacy purchasing office and store.

Our Vision is to be a first-class provider of sustainable healthcare services, delivering the best possible care for our patients; and being a great place to work for our people. Our Proud to CARE philosophy supports this vision. As members of staff we will always:

• Show COMPASSION
  – treating everyone with kindness – welcoming diversity and inclusion, considering individual needs; and challenging inappropriate behaviours outside of our values
• AMBITION
  – Aspiring to be the best – reaching high standards, providing exceptional care and services; and achieving measurable improvements in people’s health and wellbeing
• RESPECT
  – Valuing and appreciating everyone – listening, learning and acting on their experiences, being open and honest; and recognising that working with others brings benefits
• ENCOURAGEMENT
  – Opportunities for all – supporting education and development, helping people to bring their improvement ideas to life and speak‑up; and getting everyone involved in our future

• To undertake the placing of routine and ad‑hoc pharmacy orders, in accordance with the defined daily routine.
• To undertake invoice processing, in accordance with agreed timescales, ensuring that deviations from predicted purchase price are investigated.
• To pursue overdue orders, including liaison with manufacturers and suppliers under the direction of the Pharmacy Procurement manager.
• To assist in maintaining records of medicines shortages
• To participate in planned and ad hoc stock taking activity in the pharmacy store.
• To deal with enquiries and requests from wards and departments liaising with the Pharmacy Procurement Office Manager and Principal Technician as required.
• To assist and advise members of pharmacy staff on matters relating to medicines procurement / availability.
• To assist with general clerical duties, including post, filing, answering the telephone, photocopying, and document management.

• A-C /or Grade 4-9 in English and Maths
• Level 2 QCF/NVQ Pharmacy (or equivalent)

• Experience of medicines procurement / distribution
• Previous dispensing experience in a hospital or community dispensary
• Team Working
• Ability to prioritise

• Good organisational and communication skills

• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Evidence of self‑motivation and self direction
• Ability to recognise limits of own knowledge and to refer accordingly
• Caring attitude

Flexible Working

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