Job summary Are you a Registered Pharmacy Technician eager to expand your expertise in pharmacy procurement and distribution? Do you aspire to further develop your leadership, procurement, and distribution skills in a fast-paced healthcare setting? We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Pharmacy Technician with a strong background in hospital pharmacy to join our supportive Pharmacy Team. This evolving role provides the opportunity for professional growth, with the backing of highly skilled colleagues. In this position, you will play a critical role in delivering an efficient and comprehensive procurement service to the Trust, ensuring compliance with all legal and departmental standards, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), MHRA Rules for Pharmaceutical Distributors, COSHH regulations, Lifting and Handling guidelines, and Trust Policies and Procedures. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in pharmacy procurement, excellent communication abilities, strong initiative, and the capacity to work accurately under tight deadlines. Experience in change management, audit processes, and data analysis is highly desirable, along with proficiency in IT systems, particularly JAC/CMM and Excel. If you're ready for a new challenge and believe you have the skills we're looking for, we encourage you to apply Main duties of the job The Procurement Technician will play a crucial role in the efficient procurement, storage, and management of pharmaceutical products across Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. Key responsibilities include: Oversee the purchasing of pharmaceuticals to ensure a reliable and compliant supply chain. Support training for new staff, ensuring they are well-prepared for procurement-related roles. Liaise with suppliers to maintain effective relationships, track orders, and resolve any supply issues promptly. Monitor inventory levels, coordinate restocking, and ensure accurate stock records are maintained. Assist in managing the top-up service in collaboration with distribution staff, ensuring wards and departments have sufficient stock. Maintain regulatory documentation and investigate any stock discrepancies for compliance. Provide backup support for distribution when required, facilitating seamless operation across pharmacy services. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, with a focus on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of pharmaceutical procurement processes. About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. What do we stand for? o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number 434-SCS6794395-C Job locations Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential NVQ3 in Pharmaceutical Services or Equivalent Registration with GPHC as a technician ACPT accredited or willing to work towards qualification. Desirable NVQ assessor course or equivalent EXPERIENCE Desirable Experience of Pharmacy Procurement and Distribution Training of Pharmacy Staff Staff supervision/management 2 years qualified experience in hospital pharmacy SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Ability to work in an organised and calm fashion in a busy environment. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner (verbal and written) Intermediate keyboard/computer skills To have a positive attitude and be able to recognise and communicate need for change and be able to participate in change management processes Ability to work to Standard Operating Procedures accurately and in a timely fashion To have a clean and tidy appearance Desirable Be able to work on own initiative and be capable of making decisions. Be able to delegate and co-ordinate other staff To be able to recognise limits of own competencies and when to refer and seek advice from colleagues. To be forward thinking and be able to develop new ideas The ability to identify the need for SOP's and assist in the preparation and implementation of new ones. To be prepared to develop a good understanding of management issues and be prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for development SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Ability to travel to other sites Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential NVQ3 in Pharmaceutical Services or Equivalent Registration with GPHC as a technician ACPT accredited or willing to work towards qualification. Desirable NVQ assessor course or equivalent EXPERIENCE Desirable Experience of Pharmacy Procurement and Distribution Training of Pharmacy Staff Staff supervision/management 2 years qualified experience in hospital pharmacy SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Ability to work in an organised and calm fashion in a busy environment. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner (verbal and written) Intermediate keyboard/computer skills To have a positive attitude and be able to recognise and communicate need for change and be able to participate in change management processes Ability to work to Standard Operating Procedures accurately and in a timely fashion To have a clean and tidy appearance Desirable Be able to work on own initiative and be capable of making decisions. Be able to delegate and co-ordinate other staff To be able to recognise limits of own competencies and when to refer and seek advice from colleagues. To be forward thinking and be able to develop new ideas The ability to identify the need for SOP's and assist in the preparation and implementation of new ones. To be prepared to develop a good understanding of management issues and be prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for development SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Ability to travel to other sites 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)