Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant appointment at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW). The post-holder will contribute to the regional work of the service including the management of urgent referrals and peripheral clinics. A speciality interest, to complement existing expertise within the consultant team, is welcome.
Main duties of the job
The Department of Clinical Genetics at UHBW has been providing specialist adult and paediatric genetic services since 1989. Our team includes eight consultants (6.8 wte), genetic counsellors and a dedicated administrative team. There are close clinical and academic links with many departments on the main UHBW site and at regional hospitals, including well-established MDT meetings. Peripheral clinics are provided by the consultant team across the region in South Bristol, Bath and Gloucester.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston.UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust,committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South Westoffers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create aworkforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
It is important that you are aware that you may need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, for all patient facing roles and roles within patient facing areas (unless there is a clear medical reason or where there are other exceptional circumstances such as no requirement for occasional patient contact).
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post offers the opportunity to work in a developing department within a major teaching and research hospital, with close links to the highly regarded University of Bristol Medical School, which is adjacent to the UHBW hospital site. The appointee to this post will contribute to the clinical developments in the service and to teaching, research and innovation.
The appointee should hold a CCT in Clinical Genetics, or equivalent. A relevant postgraduate qualification or evidence of research relevant to the specialty interest would also be desirable.
Interested applicants should complete the NHS Jobs application form and upload their CV with the application.
This post has been approved for relocation incentives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post offers the opportunity to work in a developing department within a major teaching and research hospital, with close links to the highly regarded University of Bristol Medical School, which is adjacent to the UHBW hospital site. The appointee to this post will contribute to the clinical developments in the service and to teaching, research and innovation.
The appointee should hold a CCT in Clinical Genetics, or equivalent. A relevant postgraduate qualification or evidence of research relevant to the specialty interest would also be desirable.
Interested applicants should complete the NHS Jobs application form and upload their CV with the application.
This post has been approved for relocation incentives.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or ?Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or ?Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
Desirable
- Further postgraduate qualification such as MD or PhD
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Clinical Genetics
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience of Clinical Genetics
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to Clinical Genetics
Desirable
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence-based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainees
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or ?Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or ?Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
Desirable
- Further postgraduate qualification such as MD or PhD
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Clinical Genetics
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience of Clinical Genetics
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to Clinical Genetics
Desirable
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence-based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainees
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
