Pharmacy logistics
The Logistics team consists of 27 staff: six pharmacy technicians, 20 pharmacy support workers and one admin and clerical worker. The team is split into four sections: purchasing; receipts and stock management; invoicing; and distribution. We provide service to the Trust’s wards and departments, as well as local PCTs and private organisations. Services provided are varied and include:
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Placing orders on suppliers.
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Maintaining supplier database.
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Managing and reporting on stock and supply problems.
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Bulk drug issues.
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Sterile fluid stock management.
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Enteral feeds stock management (for the Trust and local health community).
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Ward top-up.
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Negotiating local and regional contract prices.
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Management of contracts.
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Managing Homecare services.