Principal Genetic Counsellor

University Hospital Southampton ,
Southampton, Hampshire
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The Wessex Clinical Genetics Service at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is delighted to invite applications for a Principal Genetic Counsellor (Band 8a). This is an exciting opportunity to help lead an established and dynamic genetic counselling team. This is a fixed term 12 months post to cover maternity leave. ABOUT THE TEAM Wessex Clinical Genetics Service is a regional specialist service providing a high quality genetic counselling service (General/ Cancer& Prenatal) and consultancy for a population of 3 million in the Wessex Region (Hants, Dorset, South Wilts and Isle of Wight). We are an innovative centre and were appointed as a Genomic Medicine Centre as part of the 100,000 genome project. We are committed to professional development and education. We are a host centre for the new Scientific Training Programme (STP) in Genomic counselling and are delivering the MSc in Genomic Medicine. WHAT YOU'LL DO The main the roles and responsibilities will be to: * Take a lead role in providing high quality genetic counselling service and consultancy at regional specialist level, for a population of 3 million in the Wessex Region (Hants, Dorset, S. Wilts, and IOW) * To act as a significant educational resource to the wider health care system, trainees in clinical genetics and genetic counselling, and the public. * To provide line management and support for genetic counsellors and Pre- registration Genetic counsellors. * Propose, implement and co-ordinate research programmes in clinical genetics. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly skilled genetic counsellor with experience in service planning and development and of the formulation of policies and protocols. The individual will be able to demonstrate management and leadership skills. We recognise internationally obtained MSc Genetic Counselling qualifications as per GCRB overseas agreements. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trust's in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability. As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You'll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health. UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme. ABOUT OUR TRUST AND SOUTHAMPTON UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and only an hour on the train from central London. The New Forest National Park and the beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than those in London, 13 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted and 13 nearby green spaces to enjoy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 30 June 2020. For further details / informal visits contact: Melanie Watson Consultant Genetic Counsellor melanie.watson@uhs.nhs.uk 023 8120 6170 Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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