Pharmacy Homecare and Purchasing Assistant | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant to join their Southend department. The successful candidate will manage homecare prescriptions, invoice processing, and supplier communications. Ideal for those with strong communication skills and a flexible approach to work, this role offers an opportunity to contribute to patient care and work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmacy or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and suppliers.
• Willingness to adapt to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Process homecare prescriptions efficiently.
• Manage Homecare Mailbox and supplier communications.
• Ensure timely invoicing and resolve invoice queries.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Flexible and adaptable

Purchasing experience

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced pharmacy assistant who can perform a wide range of pharmacy services to deliver the best possible care for patients? The MSE Pharmacy Homecare and Procurement Department is seeking an enthusiastic, pro-active and motivated Pharmacy Assistant to join their Southend department. The post holder will undertake all administrative duties associated with homecare and procurement, under the direction of the Lead homecare and procurement technician.

Responsibilities

• Homecare prescription processing
• Managing Homecare Mailbox
• Printing and processing homecare invoices
• Ensuring timely invoicing of medication orders
• Managing off contract claims with suppliers
• Reviewing outstanding orders and escalating before current stock is exhausted
• Maintaining relationships with hospital suppliers from a range of companies
• Assist and resolve supplier invoice queries

Qualifications and skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Motivated, flexible and adaptable, able to work well in a changing environment
• Purchasing experience is desirable but not essential

About the role

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and to provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation, we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Notes

For more information regarding the detail of expected duties and personal specifications, please read the attached job description document.