Genetic Counsellor/ Trainee Annex 21 Paragraph 2 (ii)

NHS Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Genetic Counsellor to join a supportive team in the East of Scotland Clinical Genetics Service. This role involves delivering a comprehensive service primarily focused on cancer, while also offering the chance to work on a variety of genetic conditions. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and research, and help develop services in line with departmental requirements. Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality genetic counselling and making a real impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Academy of Healthcare Sciences or working towards it.
• Completion of a science course in human genetics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive genetic counselling services including outreach clinics.
• Contribute to teaching programmes and research projects.

Skills

Genetic Counselling

Communication Skills

Teaching

Research Skills

Education

MSc in Genetic/Genomic Counselling

First or Masters Level Degree

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.

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

The successful applicant will work as part of the team delivering a comprehensive service including the provision of outreach clinics. The post will cover mainly cancer but there will be the opportunity to practice in a wide range of genetic conditions.

The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the teaching programmes and research projects within the department. They will also contribute to the development of services in accordance with the requirements of the department.

For appointment at Band 7 applicants should be registered with the Academy of Healthcare Sciences (AHCS) or be working toward registration.

Consideration will be given to appoint at entry level/ trainee level under Annex 21 conditions. For this the applicant should have, or be about to complete, an MSc in Genetic/Genomic Counselling or be an experienced nurse or midwife with current NMC registration and a first or masters level degree. Academically accredited counselling skills training and completion of a science course in human genetics would be an advantage.

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

Informal enquiries to: Kirsten Henderson, Principal Genetic Counsellor 01382 632035/[e-mail]

Hours of work are: 37 hours per week

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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