Genomic Practitioner

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust seeks a thoughtful Genomic Practitioner to support the delivery of Clinical Genetics Services, including the Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) programme, across the East Anglia region. The role offers training and development pathways within a supportive, patient-centred environment.

You will coordinate sample logistics, document discussions, and help with information resources while contributing to genomic medicine mainstreaming and national

Qualifications

• An interest in genomics with some prior knowledge is desirable.
• Full training provided within the role.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate access to WGS service and document discussions.
• Coordinate samples and return of forms.
• Support delivery of genetic services and record-keeping in registries.
• Contribute to the 100,000 Genomes Project and re-consent patients when applicable.

Job description

We are seeking a caring and motivated individual to join our Clinical Genetics team as a Genomic Practitioner. The Genomic Practitioner will support the delivery of Clinical Genetics Services to patients and families, including the Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) service, across the East Anglian region. The Genomic Practitioner will manage tasks in a timely, professional manner.

Individuals who are creative, flexible and may be considering a career in genetic counselling, clinical research or project delivery may find this opportunity provides a key stepping stone to their career development. Applications from a range of backgrounds and experiences are welcomed.

Main duties of the job

Facilitate patient access to the Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) service, including documenting the record of discussion, arranging patient and relative blood samples and coordinating return of relevant forms.

Support the delivery of Clinical Genetics Services to patients and families, including reviewing and responding to requests for information from other genetics services, ensuring efficient recording of patients on National disease registries, and gathering patient family history information over the phone. This will also include supporting the continued mainstreaming of genomic medicine, and creating, developing, and cataloguing patient information resources.

Contribute to the completion of the 100,000 Genomes Project, manage requests for patient withdrawal, and re-consent patients who have turned 16 since joining the project.

You will have an interest in, and some prior knowledge of genomics but will have access to full training. You will be supported by clinical leadership within Clinical Genetics.

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.