Job summary
Employer heading
Homecare Purchasing Officer
Band 3
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 1,2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12 per hour - £23,465 per annum. This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2024/25 is confirmed
Job overview
The post holder will support with the teams' administration and clerical tasks, must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. You must be computer literate and have a keen eye for detail. You will need to be able to work independently.
The successful applicant will be based at Abergele Hospital. Comprehensive training will be provided upon appointment.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within The Centralised Homecare Team at the pharmacy department in Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB). We are looking for an individual who shows passion, dedication and a desire to work in a fast paced environment. You will be joining a dynamic organisation in the heart of North Wales where you can develop your career and broaden your horizons.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click below to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
- GCSE or equivalent in maths and English.
- Knowledge of pharmacy purchasing procedures.
Desirable criteria
- Administrative qualification.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working with computers.
Desirable criteria
- Familiar with drug names.
- Experience of procurement or working in a similar environment.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Accurate Attention to detail Methodical Team player.
- Ability to work alone/under supervision. Helpful and enthusiastic attitude. Takes pride in their work.
- Flexibility. Self-motivated. Aware of their own limits.
- Able to use own initiative within own limits. Fits in with existing team. Good time keeping.
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh.
Values
Essential criteria
- Sees a task through to the end.
- Patient focused.
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel between sites.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Physical attributes
Essential criteria
- Professional appearance/manner.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Helen Clift
- Job title
- Senior Pharmacy Technician - Homecare
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 03000 855671
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