Job summary
We are advertising for two full time band 7 Genetic Counsellors (one permanent and one fixed term for 1 year) to join our dynamic GC team in Manchester. In particular there will be opportunities to work with the ophthalmic genetic team or neurogenetic team in addition to having a cancer genetic case load.
Applicants should be HCPC or GCRAB (or equivalent overseas) registered Genetic Counsellors, applications will be considered from suitable candidates who are due to register with the HCPC or GCRAB within the next 12 months. Overseas applicants will have a certificate for eligibility for registration with the GCRAB.
The MCGM, with a designated Genomic Laboratory Hub, is one of the biggest genetic clinical and laboratory service in the UK, at the forefront of developing education, training, research and clinical services. We have a strong commitment to education and training. The academic arm of the Scientist Training Programme (STP) in Genomic Counselling is coordinated through this department in collaboration with the University of Manchester. The clinical team also collaborate with Manchester Rare Conditions Centre and NW GMSA.
There will be opportunities for CPD through a lively programme of internal seminars and lectures, as well as access to external education and training.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a range of genetic counsellor duties including; independent genetic counsellor clinics, pre-natal/urgent referral work, and where appropriate may help contribute to supervision or teaching of other staff members.
You must be motivated and self directed in your learning and must be able to work autonomously and in a team. You will need good multidisciplinary working skills to be able to work effectively with medical colleagues.
You will provide high quality genetic counselling and testing for a wide variety of conditions. You will also participate in our urgency rota to provide genetic counselling in demanding situations (pregnancy, NICU, PICU and urgent cancer referrals).
You will be required to attend and participate in MDT meetings and play an active role in audit.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- First degree (in genetics, nursing, or biological/social sciences)
- Professional qualification (STP Genomic Counsellor training or MSc genetic counselling, RGN, etc)
- Registered Genetic Counsellor (HCPC or GCRB) or eligible to register within 1 year
Desirable
- Approved GCRB Sign off Mentor
- Counselling certificate or diploma
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Experience in genetic counselling including managing an individual caseload
- Excellent communication and counselling skills
- Understanding of professional and current issues related to genetics, the NHS, and relevant fields
- Critical thinking skills; knowledge and awareness of ethical practice.
- Works within AGNC code of ethics and GCRB code of conduct
- Able to articulate personal development needs
Desirable
- Academic experience, teaching and/or research
- Experience of audit and service improvement
- Awareness of local demographics
- Appreciation of 'lay' and public understanding of genetics
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Ability to work autonomously and manage an independent caseload
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Maintain Registration (GCRB / HCPC or other statutory regulation)
- Excellent organisational skills
Desirable
- Ability to teach/educate professionals and families
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Commitment to professional development
- Ability to analyse research findings to inform practice development
- Cultural awareness
Person Specification
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- First degree (in genetics, nursing, or biological/social sciences)
- Professional qualification (STP Genomic Counsellor training or MSc genetic counselling, RGN, etc)
- Registered Genetic Counsellor (HCPC or GCRB) or eligible to register within 1 year
Desirable
- Approved GCRB Sign off Mentor
- Counselling certificate or diploma
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Experience in genetic counselling including managing an individual caseload
- Excellent communication and counselling skills
- Understanding of professional and current issues related to genetics, the NHS, and relevant fields
- Critical thinking skills; knowledge and awareness of ethical practice.
- Works within AGNC code of ethics and GCRB code of conduct
- Able to articulate personal development needs
Desirable
- Academic experience, teaching and/or research
- Experience of audit and service improvement
- Awareness of local demographics
- Appreciation of 'lay' and public understanding of genetics
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Ability to work autonomously and manage an independent caseload
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Maintain Registration (GCRB / HCPC or other statutory regulation)
- Excellent organisational skills
Desirable
- Ability to teach/educate professionals and families
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Commitment to professional development
- Ability to analyse research findings to inform practice development
- Cultural awareness
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
