Job summary
The Royal Marsden Cancer Genetics Service has one vacancy for Band 7 Genetic Counsellors. This is a permanent post. We are happy to consider job share applications and will consider applications for people wanting to work part time. The Cancer Genetics Unit provides clinical genetics services for patients of the Royal Marsden Hospital and their families. We provide long term follow up for patients with Cancer Predisposition conditions and there are opportunities to be involved in research and service development. The post holder will be required to work at both the Sutton and Chelsea sites; as needed, to cover the service. The post holder will undertake a range of genetic counsellor duties including a genetic counsellor telephone and face to face clinics, genetic register work, audit, research project management and service development projects.
To be employed at Band 7 applicants must be registered with the GCRB. Overseas applicants who are not GCRB registered must submit a GCRB eligibility certificate with their application in order to be considered for shortlisting.Applicants who are not GCRB registered may be considered for an annex U Band 7 post if they have at least 1 year clinical experience and already have enough rare disease experience for their portfolio to be eligible to apply for GCRB registration upon completion of their training period.
Main duties of the job
The aim of the service is to provide cancer genetic counselling including cancer risk estimation, information about genetic studies, predictive genetic testing, cancer screening and prevention (if appropriate) to individuals with a family history of cancer.
The post holder must comprehend the medical facts of a patient's case, including the diagnosis, probable course of the disorder, and the available management. The post holder must appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the disorder, and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives. They should understand the alternatives for dealing with the risk of recurrence playing a vital role in providing one off and on going support to patients and their families.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
2.1 To manage an individual caseload via face to face and telephone clinic consultations, consulting with Consultant staff as appropriate2.2 To calculate risks of patients and families being affected by various genetic disorders, the risks of recurrence and the carrier risks. This can involve making decisions where expert opinion differs or some information is unavailable. In order to do this, sourcing and interpreting complex scientific papers and genetic test results may be needed.2.3 To verify histology of reported cancers and arrange collection of archival material when needed (with appropriate consents) for clinic counselling. 2.4 To help maintain the departments research portfolios2.5 To arrange diagnostic genetic testing for cancer patients and predictive genetic testing for unaffected individuals within the protocols of the unit.2.6 To liaise with molecular diagnostic laboratory staff outside the trust to ensure all necessary information to inform a patients consultation is available in clinic 2.7 To seek medical and other allied healthcare expertise as required on behalf of patients attending clinic where appropriate.2.8 To facilitate the management of the Trusts 11-week waiting time target in conjunction with the cancer genetic service administrator and other genetic staff.2.9 To maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
2.1 To manage an individual caseload via face to face and telephone clinic consultations, consulting with Consultant staff as appropriate2.2 To calculate risks of patients and families being affected by various genetic disorders, the risks of recurrence and the carrier risks. This can involve making decisions where expert opinion differs or some information is unavailable. In order to do this, sourcing and interpreting complex scientific papers and genetic test results may be needed.2.3 To verify histology of reported cancers and arrange collection of archival material when needed (with appropriate consents) for clinic counselling. 2.4 To help maintain the departments research portfolios2.5 To arrange diagnostic genetic testing for cancer patients and predictive genetic testing for unaffected individuals within the protocols of the unit.2.6 To liaise with molecular diagnostic laboratory staff outside the trust to ensure all necessary information to inform a patients consultation is available in clinic 2.7 To seek medical and other allied healthcare expertise as required on behalf of patients attending clinic where appropriate.2.8 To facilitate the management of the Trusts 11-week waiting time target in conjunction with the cancer genetic service administrator and other genetic staff.2.9 To maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- GCRB Registration or graduate STP in genomic counselling
- Eligible for GCRB registration with 1 year post graduate clinical experience in rare disease
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Knowledge of Cancer Genetics
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a Clinical Genetics service (NB this does not include student placements)
Desirable
- Experience in counselling patients for hereditary cancers in a clinical setting.
- Clinical research experience e.g. recruiting patients to trials, maintaining clinical trial logs etc.,
- Clinical audit experience
- Teaching experience
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of innovative practice
- Experience using EPIC hospital system
- Experience using Trakgene databases
- Experience of working with Excel/Access and databases
- Ability to work to deadlines
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- GCRB Registration or graduate STP in genomic counselling
- Eligible for GCRB registration with 1 year post graduate clinical experience in rare disease
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Knowledge of Cancer Genetics
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a Clinical Genetics service (NB this does not include student placements)
Desirable
- Experience in counselling patients for hereditary cancers in a clinical setting.
- Clinical research experience e.g. recruiting patients to trials, maintaining clinical trial logs etc.,
- Clinical audit experience
- Teaching experience
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of innovative practice
- Experience using EPIC hospital system
- Experience using Trakgene databases
- Experience of working with Excel/Access and databases
- Ability to work to deadlines
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
