Job Title: Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer (ATO)
We are seeking a dedicated Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer (ATO) to join the pharmacy team at Prince Charles Hospital. Our ATOs are valued members of the Pharmacy team and will gain experience across various specialties, working closely with Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists to deliver a high-quality, patient-focused medicines management service.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assemble and dispense inpatient, outpatient, and discharge medications.
2. Process controlled drug requisitions.
3. Participate in ward-based medicines management, including assessing patients' own medication and organizing supplies.
4. Support the Pharmacy Procurement Service in providing safe, effective, and efficient pharmacy purchasing and distribution services.
5. Work within Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to professional good practice guidelines.
6. Work both independently and as part of a team, handling routine inquiries such as medicine availability and supply, referring to a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist when necessary.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade C or equivalent.
* Desirable: Welsh language skills at Level 3 (CEFR B2) or above, involving basic conversations about health.
* Support for professional development, including training and NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills/Pharmaceutical Sciences.
About Us:
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board provides primary, secondary, and community health services to approximately 450,000 residents across Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We value our staff and uphold core values of listening, learning, respect, and teamwork. Around 80% of our 15,000 staff live within our region, making our team integral to the communities we serve.
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