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Genomic Practitioner
Band 5
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
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Wessex Clinical Genetics Service is delighted to be recruiting to the role of Genomic practitioner. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and highly skilled individual who has an interest in genomics and national plans for mainstreaming genomic medicine.
NHS genetic services are undergoing radical changes as we move to a national genomic medicine service and transform care for people with rare diseases and cancer. You will work with a high level of autonomy, taking delegated responsibility from the lead clinician under supervision of the Genomic Clinical Nurse Specialist. This really is an exciting time to be involved in genetics and genomic medicine.
This role will primarily involve telephone and face-to-face contact with patients and their families to consent to whole genome sequencing testing, ensuring they are able to make fully informed decisions about their care and also for their potential involvement in genomic research.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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• Support health professionals who are identifying patients with rare disease and or cancer for whole genome sequencing
• Assist in implementing a genomics service for families with rare diseases and cancer to enhance the experience of patients
• Coordinate and run participant clinics alongside medical services for consent and family liaison for Genomics testing, ensuring that families are fully supported emotionally, and if needed referral to other services.
• Assist with the day-to-day management of Genomics team, ensuring appropriate cover and skill mix for smooth running of Genomics Service
• Support other services to optimise integration with the Genomics medicine service
• Assisting in training other clinical staff to understand genomic testing
• Act as a role model and clinical expert at departmental level ensuring high standards of care and safety for Genomics participants.
• Ensure accurate collection and maintenance of all data, using appropriate manual and computerised systems
• Assist in the development of new initiatives and ways of working that will be improve the service for patients and their families.
• Support the completion of legacy work form the 100,000 Genomes Project
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Trust Values
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working together
Qualifications / training required
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Professional health qualification - registered nurse, children’s nurse, Health Visitor or midwife with a degree in nursing OR:- Science/biology/genetics graduate
- Evidence of commitment to continued professional development
Meini prawf dymunol
- Knowledge of the 1000,000 Genomes Project and NHS plans for mainstreaming of genomics, and/or other demonstrable interest in genetics.
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experience within a clinical/research environment
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of recruiting, educating and monitoring patients within a clinical environment.
- Experience of teaching and/or mentorship
Aptitudes and skills required
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to work independently and also as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Scientifically literate
- Strong data management skills
- An understanding of the principals of GCP and informed consent as they apply to clinical research
- Ability to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives
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Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Michael Carter
- Teitl y swydd
- Genomic Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 023 81205899
Rhestr swyddi gyda University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust yn Nyrsio a bydwreigiaeth neu bob sector