Pre-Registration Genetic Counsellor
Job Description
Job summary
This is fixed term post for 36 months from start date to cover service needs.
We are delighted to advertise a band 6 Pre-Registration Genetic Counsellor post to join our friendly team in the All Wales Medical Genomics Service (AWMGS) in Cardiff.
Starting salary will be on the first point of Band 6 on 36 months fixed term contract.
The Clinical and Laboratory services merged to form the AWMGS in April 2019, together they provide the medical genomics service to the population of Wales. The AWMGS has hubs across Wales with Specialist Medical Geneticists and Genetic Counsellors providing genetic services in all the main hospitals throughout Wales. Together with Cardiff University, Wales Gene Park and the Welsh Government, the AWMGS are working to deliver the Welsh Government Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy for patients within Wales. This is a highly exciting and innovative strategy with opportunities for staff, healthcare professionals, patients and the public across Wales.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high-quality genetic counselling service at regional specialist level for the population in the South Wales area, within the All Wales Medical Genetic Service. To help individuals and families deal with a genetic disorder. This is to be achieved by helping the clients and their families to:
o Comprehend the medical facts, including the diagnosis, probable course of the disorder, and the available management.
o Appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the disorder, and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives.
o Understand the alternatives for dealing with the risk of recurrence.
o Help the clients choose the course of action which seems to them most appropriate.
o Make the best possible adjustment to the disorder in an affected family member and/or the risk of recurrence of that disorder.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is"Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons in a relevant subject OR Registered nurse / midwife with a relevant degree and experience
Desirable
- BSc Hons at 2:1 or 1st in a relevant subject. Counselling certificate / diploma
Skills
Essential
- Basic IT skills
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and at a multidisciplinary level
Desirable
- Research, evaluation and audit skills
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic, reliable and self-motivated
- Committed to providing a quality service
- Client and quality focused
Desirable
- Proven ability to work reliably to tight deadlines under pressure of work
Experience
Desirable
- Genetic related experience
- Community work experience
- NHS experience
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru
Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive
Whitchurch, Cardiff
CF14 7YU
United Kingdom
