Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is 9am to 5pm

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Pharmacy Services

Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC)

Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level

Band 3 – Purchasing

Full Time – 37 hours

Permanent

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly purchasing team at NHSGGC Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC) and work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and automated environment at the heart of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's pharmacy services. The PDC is a modern, high-volume, and state-of-the-art facility responsible for the procurement and distribution of all medicines and vaccines across hospitals, clinics, and community pharmacies in the region including Argyll & Bute in NHS Highland.

We have three key operational areas at the PDC:

 Unit F Warehouse

 Unit F Office Team, which includes the Purchasing and Homecare teams

 Unit C Vaccine Holding Centre

Within the warehouse, 10 automated robots support the accurate and efficient distribution of medicines, ensuring timely delivery to meet clinical need across all service areas. As one of the largest automated hospital pharmacy projects in the UK, we use cutting-edge robotic systems to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency in our service delivery.

Your role will be to ensure the seamless and compliant procurement of pharmaceutical products from our network of suppliers in line with NHSGGC Standing Financial Instructions. You will work Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (finish early one day a week), 5/7 whole week working and participate in our Public Holiday rota.

What you will be doing:

 Processing and placing purchase orders with a focus on timeliness and accuracy.

 Managing supply issues, including liaising with suppliers and maintaining records.

 Supporting senior staff with administrative tasks, including documentation, e-filing, and updating supply spreadsheets.

 Handling supplier queries regarding receipts, invoices, and discrepancies.

What you will bring:

 A general level of education and basic numeracy and literacy skills demonstrated by 3 Standard Grade Qualifications or equivalent, must include English and Maths.

 Basic IT skills.

 Commitment to working towards achievement of relevant SVQ qualifications.

 Experience of training staff.

 Experience of supervising staff.

 Experience of working in a healthcare or similar environment.

 Experience of stock management.

 Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.

 Ability to work to set procedures.

 Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a demanding environment.

 Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.

 Willingness to learn new skills and participate in training.

 Ability to organise daily tasks using own initiative.

Comprehensive training and professional development will be provided to the successful candidate.

For more information or an informal discussion on how you can play a vital role in delivering patient care throughout Greater Glasgow & Clyde, please contact Sandy Kuhse, Pharm

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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