Job summary
The Clinical Procurement Specialist will directly report into the Senior Nurse Advisor and will provide advice, assistance and support on all clinically related matters to all levels of staff within the ICS as part of the procurement agenda.
The role requires a professional with extensive clinical knowledge and expertise who will set an example to teams in achieving the future vision of the new function through promotion and support of a standardised approach to the selection of sustainable clinically related products, across the ICS.
Main duties of the job
The post holder should have knowledge of Public Sector Procurement legislation and will be able to support the application of an effective procurement process to ensure products selected are of the correct quality, offer value for money and are compliant with National guidelines/legislation and in line with the sustainable procurement, net zero and social value agenda.
The post holder will use extensive clinical knowledge and expertise to support the ICS Team, realise annual cash releasing savings by using a standardised approach to product selection whilst ensuring products selected are of the right quality, compliant with national guidelines / legislation and offer value for money.
The role will also support Trusts within the ICS to manage clinical risk by supporting projects relating to patient safety / legislation changes / Medical Device Alerts.
The role will be required to support the Senior Nurse Advisor in establishing the ICS as a centre of excellence, ensuring that the service is efficient, cost effective and responsive to the changing needs of the local health community and wider NHS.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Use clinical expertise to provide clinical advice to Hertfordshire and West Essex IC NHS Procurement staff, Trust staff including nurses, medical staff, Allied Health Professionals and other stakeholders.
Use a systematic approach to identify clinical product rationalisation / standardisation across a wide range of clinical products.
Engage proactively with clinical / non-clinical networks to influence procurement of goods and services considering Quality, Legislation, Health & Safety and cost.
Support Trust in the identification of / replacement of product issues in relation to Medical Device Alerts issued by the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency.
Provide clinical expertise during tender processes / act as project member.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Use clinical expertise to provide clinical advice to Hertfordshire and West Essex IC NHS Procurement staff, Trust staff including nurses, medical staff, Allied Health Professionals and other stakeholders.
Use a systematic approach to identify clinical product rationalisation / standardisation across a wide range of clinical products.
Engage proactively with clinical / non-clinical networks to influence procurement of goods and services considering Quality, Legislation, Health & Safety and cost.
Support Trust in the identification of / replacement of product issues in relation to Medical Device Alerts issued by the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency.
Provide clinical expertise during tender processes / act as project member.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) / Allied Health Professional (AHP) with a background in clinical registration processes and working within healthcare settings.
- Educated to degree level in Nursing or a relevant Allied Health Profession / OR hold a Diploma-level qualification with demonstrable experience in the field.
- Maintain active professional clinical registration (e.g., NMC, HCPC).
- Committed to ongoing excellence through recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities to support safe, evidence-based practice.
Desirable
- MCIPS Qualified
- ENB 998 or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Higher National Diploma or Degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical background - e.g. Nurse, AHP, ODP
- Extensive knowledge and use of a range of clinical products.
- Experience in working in a customer focused environment.
- Awareness of Procurement best practice
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Excel
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS Procurement standards (including NHSSC and National Products Listing).
- Specialist knowledge of purchasing and supply chain management techniques.
- Experience of managing budgets within Delegated Authority.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial recent experience in acute services and other Trust specialities - Mental Health / Community.
- Experience of working in a pressurised environment.
- Experience of working independently to achieve outcome within designated timelines.
- Knowledge of routine administrative procedures relating to drugs and the use of clinical equipment.
- Experience of managing budgets within delegated authority.
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues.
- Performance Management in a multisite environment.
- Supporting successful negotiation and implementation of purchasing agreements.
- Experience of utilising and evaluating a variety of medical and surgical products.
- Experience of working in a customer and results focused environment.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) / Allied Health Professional (AHP) with a background in clinical registration processes and working within healthcare settings.
- Educated to degree level in Nursing or a relevant Allied Health Profession / OR hold a Diploma-level qualification with demonstrable experience in the field.
- Maintain active professional clinical registration (e.g., NMC, HCPC).
- Committed to ongoing excellence through recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities to support safe, evidence-based practice.
Desirable
- MCIPS Qualified
- ENB 998 or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Higher National Diploma or Degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical background - e.g. Nurse, AHP, ODP
- Extensive knowledge and use of a range of clinical products.
- Experience in working in a customer focused environment.
- Awareness of Procurement best practice
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Excel
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS Procurement standards (including NHSSC and National Products Listing).
- Specialist knowledge of purchasing and supply chain management techniques.
- Experience of managing budgets within Delegated Authority.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial recent experience in acute services and other Trust specialities - Mental Health / Community.
- Experience of working in a pressurised environment.
- Experience of working independently to achieve outcome within designated timelines.
- Knowledge of routine administrative procedures relating to drugs and the use of clinical equipment.
- Experience of managing budgets within delegated authority.
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues.
- Performance Management in a multisite environment.
- Supporting successful negotiation and implementation of purchasing agreements.
- Experience of utilising and evaluating a variety of medical and surgical products.
- Experience of working in a customer and results focused environment.
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.
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.
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).
