Job summary
We have an opportunity for a motivated individual to join our team as a band 6-7 rotational clinical pharmacist.
If you are an enthusiastic, motivated pharmacist or trainee pharmacist interested in gaining broad clinical experience to develop your medicine optimisation skills amongst a friendly and forward-thinking team then the opportunities at East Cheshire NHS Trust are for you!
We invite you to join our supportive, tight-knit clinical pharmacy team on our expansive training programme, which supports your seamless professional progression from band 6 to band 7, via an enabling framework that considers your prior experience and training.
Applicants should be either a registered pharmacist with the GPhC or a trainee pharmacist due to qualify in 2025. Those seeking a new challenge, looking to explore a new sector, or to relocate to idyllic Cheshire are encouraged to apply.
Macclesfield is perfectly located with easy access to Manchester and Liverpool. We are a flexible department and recognise the individual needs of our team.
These opportunities are offered full-time (37.5 hours), but flexible working requests will be considered. Please also note this is a fixed term position for 12 months for maternity cover. Pharmacists from other sectors (i.e. community) are welcome to apply.
Hours per week: 37.5
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical pharmacy services across East Cheshire NHST Trust - including dispensary, outpatient, inpatient, and specialist services (i.e. hospices, virtual wards, and community services).
Our team of clinical pharmacists currently provide services to the following inpatient specialties:
Cardiology
Respiratory
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
Medical admissions
Trauma and orthopaedics
General Surgery
Intensive care
Paediatrics
Care of the Elderly
Intermediate Care
Palliative care
Pre-operative assessment clinic
Virtual wards
Our Pharmacist Progression Programme is tailored to supporting your professional development and growth. You will be supported, trained, and coached to work across the numerous exciting clinical specialties within the Trust, whilst our comprehensive programme also includes training and integration with wider specialist services - from antimicrobial stewardship and medicines information, hospices, and virtual wards.
Self-motivation, organisation, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in these posts, as is the ability to work effectively alone and as part of wider teams.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm)
- One year pre-registration training
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Clinical diploma (minimum 1st year)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Up to date CPD portfolio
- Good understanding of pharmacy in secondary care
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Good time management
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to problem solve
- Self-motivating and ability to motivate others
- Previous hospital pharmacy experience
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm)
- One year pre-registration training
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Clinical diploma (minimum 1st year)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Up to date CPD portfolio
- Good understanding of pharmacy in secondary care
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Good time management
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to problem solve
- Self-motivating and ability to motivate others
- Previous hospital pharmacy experience
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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).
