Genetic Counsellor

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Genetic/Genomic Counsellor at a leading NHS Trust, providing clinical genomic and counselling services for rare Ehlers-Danlos syndromes. The role involves patient consultations, genetic testing coordination, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in genetic counselling and managing a caseload.
• Interest in rare diseases.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert genetic/genomic counselling for patients and families.
• Coordinate with laboratory colleagues for testing and result interpretation.
• Act as a resource and participate in teaching healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication

Autonomy

Teamwork

Education

Master's level education in general genetics

Counselling skills qualification

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Genetic/Genomic Counsellor to join the highly specialised Ehlers-Danlos syndromes service covering the South of England and Wales. The role involves delivering a comprehensive, equitable clinical genomic and counselling service for individuals with, or at risk of, rare, monogenic types of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.

The post holder should have experience in genetic/genomic counselling and demonstrate an interest in the diagnosis and management of rare, monogenic conditions.

Main duties of the job

• Provide expert genetic/genomic counselling for patients and families with rare, monogenic EDS, including in-person, virtual, and telephone consultations.
• Accurately document family history using appropriate systems such as Phenotips.
• Lead in predictive genetic testing, clinical appointments, and management of urgent enquiries.
• Coordinate with laboratory colleagues for testing, specimen storage, and result interpretation.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals involved in managing individuals with rare EDS types.
• Attend and contribute to MDT meetings and case presentations.
• Act as a resource and participate in teaching healthcare professionals, students, and patient/public groups.
• Contribute to service development and research projects.

About us

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow, and beyond. Our team of over 8,200 staff serve a diverse population of nearly one million people. We operate major acute services at Northwick Park Hospital, St Mark's Hospital, Ealing Hospital, and Central Middlesex Hospital. We are also a university teaching NHS trust, committed to training future clinicians and advancing research.

Details

Date posted: 14 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £51,883 to £58,544 per annum including HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 337-NP-8617DG

Job location: 8th Floor, EDS Service, Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow, HA1 3UJ

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• Essential: Master's level education with advanced knowledge in general genetics; HCPC or AHCS registration (or working towards it).
• Desirable: Counselling skills qualification.

Knowledge and experience

• Essential: Interest in rare diseases, experience in genetic counselling, managing a caseload.
• Desirable: Previous Band 7 experience, teaching, experience in heritable connective tissue disorders.

Skills, abilities, and attributes

• Ability to communicate complex information effectively, work autonomously, manage caseloads, and work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Desirable: Experience in education, research, and publications.

Values

• Demonstrate commitment to Trust HEART values: Honesty, Equality, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Additional information

This role is subject to DBS check, UK registration, and sponsorship requirements as applicable. Please refer to the NHS and UK Visas and Immigration guidelines for detailed requirements.