Job overview
The North East Thames Regional Genetics Service (NETRGS) is looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic Clinical Genetics Team as a 12 month fixed term, full time Band 7 Genetic Counsellor.
We are keen to help staff develop clinical areas of special interest, as well as build up research and educational activities, subject to the requirements of the service.
Applicants should have previous experience of managing an autonomous clinical caseload and should be registered with the AHCS, HCPC or recognised overseas body.
Our service is paperless using the EPIC patient management system which has allowed us to adopt a hybrid model of working.
Main duties of the job
You will provide high quality genetic counselling to patients and families within the NETRGS region. You will be expected to act as an autonomous practitioner undertaking counsellor led genetic clinics. You will also be expected to act as a role model and expert practitioner. In addition it will be expected that you provide education and training to genetic and non genetic health care professionals and other groups as well as promote an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of the Genetics Service through research and evidence based practice.
Working for our organisation
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to work autonomously and manage an independent caseload
* Ability to work within a multi disciplinary team
* Excellent organisational skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
* Able to problem solve and initiate change
* Self - discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
* Obtain or Mai ntain Registratio n with AHCS / HCPC within agreed time frames.
* Ability and willing to travel to clinics across North a n d East London and Essex
Desirable criteria
* Ability to analyse research findings to inform practice development
* Ability to undertake phlebotomy
* Proven ability to teach and educate professionals and families
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
* First degree in relevant subject and MSc in Genetic Counselling OR Graduate Nurse or Midwife with two years post-registration experience plus counselling skills training of at least 120 hours and an accredited genetics science course of at least 30 hours
* Registered Genetic Counsellor with AHCS OR Registered Genetic Counsellor (clinical scientist) with the HCPC OR Registered with an overseas body which has a reciprocity agreement in place with the GCRAB / AHCS
Desirable criteria
* Approved GCRAB Sign Off Mentor
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Evidence of continued professional development -reviewing current practice and research developments and application to clinical practice
* Working with people who are distressed
* Understanding of professional and current issues related to genetics, the NHS, a n d relevant fields
* Works within AGNC code of ethics and the GCR AB code of conduct
* Familiarity with databases, ICT and word processing
* Understanding o f audit a n d r esea rch m e t h o d olo g i e s
* Experience of dealing with families with genetic disorders
* Experience of managing an individual caseload
* Knowledge and awareness of safeguarding procedures
Desirable criteria
* Previous experience of research and audit
* Minimum two years of experience in genetic counselling
* Unders t andin g of r e s o urce m a n a g e ment, health a n d safety and cli nical g o vernance
Values
Essential criteria
* Gosh Values
* Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.