Locum Consultant in Clinical Genetics

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible base in Bristol/Exeter

NHS Pension

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust invites a Consultant in Clinical Genetics or a Specialty Registrar nearing the end of training to join the new South West Clinical Genetics Service hosted by the Royal Devon at St Michaels Hospital, Bristol. The role offers flexible, impactful work within a region-wide service with hubs in Bristol and Exeter and clinics across the South West.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, benefit from nationally and internationally

Job description

Shape the future of genomics in the South West. Are you a Consultant in Clinical Genetics, or a Specialty Registrar nearing the end of your training, who's ready to help shape the future of a regional service - without compromising on flexibility or impact? Join the new South West Clinical Genetics Service - a forward-thinking, patient-focused collaboration hosted by the Royal Devon based at St Michaels Hospital, Bristol, at a pivotal moment in its transformation. With unmatched genomics infrastructure, national and international research, and a strong emphasis on flexible, fulfilling careers, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new model for clinical genetics across the region. Whether your interests lie in paediatric, prenatal, cardiac or cancer genetics, or another sub-specialty area of rare disease, you'll find space to grow and contribute to a service built on innovation, research excellence and supportive multidisciplinary teams., As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust., Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, region-wide service at a pivotal moment. With main hubs in Bristol and Exeter, and clinics delivered across the region, our service is underpinned by nationally and internationally renowned genomics laboratories, strong academic partnerships, and high-performing multidisciplinary teams. We aim to provide high-quality, equitable care to a population of over 4.4 million people living across the South West. You'll benefit from:

• Flexibility to base your role in either Bristol or Exeter (clinics will be predominantly based in Bristol)
• Support for any subspecialty interest - including paediatrics, prenatal, cancer, cardiac, neurogenetics, and more.
• A team of experienced genetic counsellors, genomic practitioners, family history coordinators and skilled admin staff
• Integrated digital systems (Epic and PhenoTips) for seamless, data-informed care
• Research opportunities through the NIHR Exeter Biomedical Research Centre
• Direct collaboration with the South West Genomics Laboratory Hub, which includes England's national rapid whole genome sequencing service for acutely unwell children

Whether you thrive in a vibrant academic city or a rural or coastal location this is your chance to deliver high-impact care while enjoying the lifestyle and career flexibility that the South West offers.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there. Salary is not the only financial benefit You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.