Neurofibromatoses Specialist Advisor

University Hospital Southampton ,
Southampton, Hampshire
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A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen with the Wessex clinical genetics service and the Nerve Tumours UK charity at The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). We are delighted to invite applications for the role of a Neurofibromatoses Specialist Advisor on a part time, fixed term basis. This position is 15 hours per week for 3 years. The band 7 post holder will provide high quality genetic counselling, accurate and up to date information and advice to families affected by Neurofibromatoses (mainly Neurofibromatosis Type1) in the Wessex and West Sussex region. ABOUT THE TEAM Based in the Wessex clinical genetics service at the Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton, with travel to other hospitals to attend clinics, school visits, and occasional home visits to patients and families. You will be working with a friendly and professional team consisting of clinical geneticists, genetic counsellors, trainees, research and administrative staff. You will be part of a network of specialist advisors across the UK supported by the Nerve Tumours UK charity. WHAT YOU'LL DO You will be helping individuals and families adapt to and manage a diagnosis of Neurofibromatosis (mainly Type 1) including discussion of recurrence risks. You will act as a significant educational resource to the wider health care system, patients and the public. You will support national initiatives in the management and support of families with Neurofibromatoses as part of the specialist advisor network WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a nurse with experience working at band 6 level or equivalent to take on this senior and autonomous role, as well as extensive theoretical and practical knowledge relating to Neurofibromatoses and its management. You will be able to understand the use of research, evaluation and audit in practice as well as analyse research findings to inform practice development. You will be required to take your own initiative, work with distressed individuals in a sensitive and empathetic manner and be an excellent communicator. 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, 07 July 2020. For further details / informal visits contact: Roberta Rizzo Principal Genetic Counsellor Roberta.rizzo@uhs.nhs.uk 023 8120 8351 Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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