Job overview

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Exciting opportunity in Pharmacy Services. 

Following a comprehensive review aimed at modernising and aligning job roles with service needs, the Pharmacy Department at Macclesfield Hospital is expanding. We are pleased to announce a new opportunity for Ward Based ATO role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team and further expand our ward-based, patient centred work. 

Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

To assist in the delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients at East Cheshire NHS Trust through the provision of a safe, efficient and effective dispensary and distribution service.

This role is for a ward-based ATO role where the duties will include

• Assessing patient's own medications.
• Ordered patient medications.
• Assisting in the processing of discharge prescriptions at ward level.
• Optimisation of medicines supplies to prevent wastage.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.