Genetic Counsellor/ Trainee Annex 21 Paragraph 2 (ii)

NHS Tayside; Dundee; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Genetic Counsellor in a supportive team at a leading healthcare service in Scotland. This role focuses on cancer genetics while allowing for practice across various genetic conditions. You will play a key role in delivering comprehensive services, contributing to teaching programs, and supporting research initiatives. The ideal candidate will be registered with the Academy of Healthcare Sciences and possess relevant qualifications. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to equality and diversity, where your expertise will make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Academy of Healthcare Sciences or working towards it.
• Experience in cancer genetics and various genetic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive genetic counselling services including outreach clinics.
• Contribute to teaching and research within the department.

Skills

Genetic Counselling

Cancer Genetics

Teaching Programs

Research Projects

Counselling Skills

Education

MSc in Genetic/Genomic Counselling

NMC Registration

Accredited Counselling Skills Training

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Job Opportunity: Genetic Counsellor

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Genetic Counsellor to join a small, friendly, and supportive team in the East of Scotland Clinical Genetics Service based at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee.

The successful applicant will work as part of the team delivering comprehensive services, including outreach clinics. The role will mainly focus on cancer genetics, with opportunities to practice across a range of genetic conditions.

The post-holder will contribute to teaching programs and research projects within the department and support service development aligned with departmental goals.

For appointment at Band 7, applicants should be registered with the Academy of Healthcare Sciences (AHCS) or working towards registration. Consideration will be given to candidates at entry or trainee level under Annex 21 conditions, including those with an MSc in Genetic/Genomic Counselling or experienced nurses/midwives with current NMC registration and relevant degrees. Additional qualifications such as accredited counselling skills training and coursework in human genetics are advantageous.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to adhere to the Code of Conduct throughout employment.

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