The Senior Specialist Respiratory Pharmacist for Biologics will provide expert pharmaceutical care for patients receiving advanced respiratory treatments, including biologic medicines. Requirements typically include registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council, a pharmacy degree, substantial post-registration experience, and strong knowledge of respiratory medicine, biologic therapies, medicines optimisation, and clinical governance. The successful candidate is expected to work closely with respiratory consultants, nurses and multidisciplinary teams; support safe prescribing and monitoring; develop treatment pathways; contribute to audits, education and research; and provide specialist advice to patients and healthcare professionals. Excellent communication, leadership, organisation and decision-making skills are essential, along with the ability to manage complex clinical work independently.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is a major NHS teaching and research organisation serving Southampton and communities across central southern England. Its main site, University Hospital Southampton, provides specialist and general hospital services, including respiratory medicine, cancer care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, transplantation and children’s healthcare. The Trust works closely with the University of Southampton and is recognised for clinical education, research and innovation. It employs a large multidisciplinary workforce of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, scientists, therapists, administrative professionals and support teams. As an NHS organisation, it offers structured pay scales, professional development, pension benefits and opportunities to contribute to high-quality patient care. The Trust also provides regional specialist services and supports clinical training for healthcare professionals across Hampshire and the surrounding area.
The United Kingdom offers extensive opportunities in healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, data, engineering and technology, with the NHS being one of the largest employers. British culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, politeness and work-life balance. Southampton provides coastal living, good transport links, universities, hospitals and access to London, the New Forest and the south coast. Living costs vary considerably, with London and parts of southern England generally more expensive than northern regions. International pharmacists must meet General Pharmaceutical Council registration requirements and may need an English-language assessment, qualification recognition and supervised practice. Eligible overseas healthcare workers may apply for a Health and Care Worker visa, usually requiring an approved employer sponsorship and a certificate of sponsorship. Candidates should confirm registration, visa eligibility, salary thresholds, accommodation costs and relocation support before accepting an offer.
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