Genomic Practitioner: WGS & Genetics Services

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site leisure facilities

Discounted parking on site

Bus travel discounts

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a compassionate Genomic Practitioner to support Clinical Genetics Services across the East Anglian region. The role focuses on coordinating Whole Genome Sequencing, documenting discussions, arranging samples, and helping with information resources for patients and families.

You will assist with requests from other genetics services, maintain accurate records for disease registries, and help re-consent patients as they age.

Qualifications

• Interest in genomics with access to full training.
• Experience in patient-facing or clinical settings preferred.
• Ability to gather patient history by phone.

Responsibilities

• 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, including reviewing and responding to information requests from other genetics services.
• Ensure efficient recording of patients on National disease registries and gather patient family history information over the phone.
• Contribute to the mainstreaming of genomic medicine and create, develop, and catalogue patient information resources.
• Assist with the completion of the 100,000 Genomes Project, manage withdrawal requests and re-consent patients who have turned 16.

Skills

Patient support

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a compassionate Genomic Practitioner to support Clinical Genetics Services across the East Anglian region. The role focuses on coordinating Whole Genome Sequencing, documenting discussions, arranging samples, and helping with information resources for patients and families.

You will assist with requests from other genetics services, maintain accurate records for disease registries, and help re-consent patients as they age.