University Hospital Southampton NHS FT

About the Company

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is one of the UK’s most innovative healthcare providers and a pioneer in medical research. Rated 'Good' by the CQC in 2017, we cover a broad spectrum of services, including specialist services such as neurological, cardiac and children’s intensive care.

Putting patients first is at the heart of everything we do. We work collaboratively to explore new and improved ways of delivering patient-centered care. By empowering our people to innovate, we push the boundaries of medicine to positively impact on patients’ lives.

We are committed to innovation and research, encouraging all staff at UHS to share their ideas, and working in partnership with a wide variety of research institutions. We harness the power of teams and pioneer new healthcare methods to consistently deliver high quality patient outcomes. For example:

• We were the first hospital in England to use stem cell injections to improve mobility after stroke

• We introduced bedside bikes on the recommendation of our Physiotherapy team, reducing patient recovery times

• We were one of the first Genomic Medicine Centres in the UK to specialise in diagnosis and treatment of patients with rare diseases and cancers

We take pride in enhancing the skills of our staff to aid their career development - facilitated by high quality training and opportunities in a variety of areas - supporting them to reach their full potential.

• We provide hospital services to around 1.9 million people in Southampton and south Hampshire

• Every year, we treat over 140,000 inpatients and day patients

• We also see over 500,000 outpatients and treat over 100,000 emergency cases

Listed Jobs

Company Name

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT

Job Title

Stock Management Officer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Stock Management Officer **Role Summary:** Oversee the end‑to‑end inventory process for hospital clinical areas, ensuring timely and accurate stock availability using an Inventory Management System (IMS). Manage barcode scanning, cycle counts, supplier liaison, and cost‑effective sourcing to support continuous patient care delivery. **Expectations:** - Maintain optimal stock levels and accurate records. - Resolve discrepancies and improve procurement value. - Work independently within defined areas while collaborating with clinical and procurement teams. **Key Responsibilities:** - Replenish, receive, issue and stow stock via IMS, recording lot numbers and expiry dates. - Conduct cycle counts and maintain high data integrity in the system. - Set up and maintain stock profiles and material management system settings for clinical requirements. - Liaise with suppliers, raising requisitions and negotiating best‑value purchase options. - Deliver stock to wards, checking accuracy and ensuring proper rotation. - Perform housekeeping duties to keep storerooms clean and organized. - Monitor consignment, SSDP and sale‑or‑return stock, using reports to identify shortages and back‑orders. - Escalate supply chain problems, proposing cost‑effective alternatives and expediting orders. - Process credit notes, replacements and resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers and finance. - Produce and analyze IMS reports, advising budget holders on stock optimisation and cost‑saving initiatives. **Required Skills:** - Proficiency with inventory‑management software and barcode scanning technology. - Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. - Excellent communication and customer‑service skills for supplier and clinical liaison. - Attention to detail and commitment to accurate record‑keeping. - Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively. - Basic understanding of procurement processes and supply‑chain terminology. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Minimum of a secondary‑level education or equivalent, with prior experience in stock or inventory management in a healthcare setting preferred. - Familiarity with NHS procurement policies and procedures is advantageous. ---

Winchester, Canada

Hybrid

31-10-2025

Company Name

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT

Job Title

Neonatal Junior Clinical Fellow

Job Description

Job Title: Neonatal Junior Clinical Fellow Role Summary: Provide frontline clinical care in a tertiary neonatal intensive care unit. Work on a 12‑month post that supports high‑risk neonatal and post‑natal care, including preterm and extremely preterm infants, within a multidisciplinary team. Expectations: - Minimum of 2 years clinical experience after medical school graduation. - At least 6 months of clinical experience in the UK NHS. - Current GMC registration with licence to practise. - Working towards completion of MRCPCH or equivalent specialty training. Key Responsibilities: - Participate in the neonatal SHO rota, rotating through neonatal intensive care, high dependency, special care, transitional care and postnatal wards. - Attend high‑risk deliveries and support obstetric teams in the delivery suite. - Perform venepuncture, peripheral cannulation, lumbar puncture, central line insertion and tracheal intubation as required. - Monitor and manage extremely preterm infants, providing critical support and intervention. - Contribute to team meetings, handovers, documentation and quality improvement initiatives. - Adhere to neonatal and neonatal intensive care protocols, safety standards and evidence‑based practice. Required Skills: - Clinical procedural skills: venepuncture, cannulation, lumbar puncture, central line placement, intubation. - Ability to apply neonatal critical care knowledge and protocols. - Strong communication, teamwork and collaboration with multidisciplinary staff. - Clinical judgment in assessing and managing high‑risk neonatal cases. - Commitment to continuous professional development and learning. Required Education & Certifications: - MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification. - GMC registration and practising licence. - Working toward MRCPCH or equivalent specialty training. - Minimum of 2 years post‑graduation clinical experience, including at least 6 months within the NHS.

Southampton, United kingdom

On site

Junior

23-11-2025

Company Name

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT

Job Title

Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

**Job Title** Apprentice Pharmacy Technician **Role Summary** A Level 3 apprenticeship providing a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice (GPhC accredited). The role combines blended online learning, regional study days, and practical placements across dispensing rooms, pharmacy stores, wards, and aseptic units within a teaching hospital setting. **Expectations** - Complete the 2‑year apprenticeship with competency‑based assessment. - Work 37.5 hrs/week, including one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) and one bank holiday. - Demonstrate professional health & safety, risk management, teamwork, and patient‑focused service. **Key Responsibilities** - Dispense prescriptions accurately (year 1) and perform final accuracy checks (year 2). - Issue medications to patients with advice under supervision. - Receive, store, and distribute medicines within the Trust’s pharmacy stores. - Participate in audit, pharmacy risk, electronic prescribing, and clinical trial processes. - Conduct ward‑based medication reviews with patients. - Observe aseptic unit production of IV antibiotics, TPN, and cytotoxic infusions. - Maintain accurate records and documentation. - Collaborate with pharmacy team, section leads, and healthcare professionals. **Required Skills** - Strong attention to detail and accuracy. - Basic mathematics and communication (English). - Ability to work in a team and independently under supervision. - Sound knowledge of health & safety and risk management. - Time‑management skills and flexibility for weekend duties. - Basic IT literacy (electronic prescribing/record systems). **Required Education & Certifications** - Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C/4 or higher, including English Language, Maths, and Science. - Acceptance to undertake a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship. - Optional Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy considered advantageous. ---

Southampton, United kingdom

On site

Mid level

04-12-2025