Job summary
An exciting opportunity is available to join Cardiff and Vale Local Gender Service.
The Local Gender Service (LGS) model was established due to the widespread lack of capacity for GP practices to initiate or continue to prescribe hormones to transgender and non-binary patients endorsed by Gender Identity Clinics (GICs).
The Cardiff and Vale Local Gender Service accepts referrals from the All Wales Gender Service for individuals aged over18 years for treatment initiation and monitoring for a period of up to 12 months, patients are then released to General Practice for management. The average caseload is currently 60 patients, with an average rate of 2-3 new patient per week.
The post holder will work in collaboration with the existing salaried GP. We are offering 2 sessions per week ( we will consider two GPs working a session each). Ideally sessions would be on Thursdays to enable joint provision with the existing salaried GP, however, there is potential to consider an alternate day if required.
For further information with regards to this post, please contract Lynne Topham, Locality Manager via Lynne.Topham@wales.nhs.uk or via 07912 471197
Main duties of the job
- Completion of a holistic clinical assessment with regards hormonal transition including discussion on desired outcome, timescales, physical health needs
- Initiation, titration and monitoring of hormones / hormone blockers according to their preferences from the choice of transdermal, oral and intramuscular options available
- Being appreciative ,supporting patients to overcome and address the high risk of discrimination, intimate partner violence, risky sexual behaviours, social isolation and neglect of medical and psychological conditions including obstructions to screening
- Advising on a issues such as gamete storage, speech and language and surgical procedures relevant to patient need / desired outcomes
- Acting as patient advocate -being involved in educational sessions with GPs, trans advocacy groups and support organisations. Communicating with GPs and relevant services.
Appreciating t that this is an evolving specialism within Primary Care and the opportunity for education and training, this is a great opportunity for a GP who:
- Has a keen/growing interest in this specialist field of medicine
- Is skilled in holistic clinical assessment, spanning medical, psychological and mental health
- Has excellent listening and communication skills
- Enjoys working with others in a GP practice setting and creating effective working relationships with other departments to ensure the delivery of seamless care to patients.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and ourvision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice and entry on the GP register Included on the Welsh Medical Performers List Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice/Certificate Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration (CEGPR) or equivalent Evidence of postgraduate education
Desirable
- Evidence of postgraduate education relevant to the post postgraduate education relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Vocational GP Training Experience of working in General Practice Competent in the provision of General Medical Services Ability to take independent clinical decisions within sphere of competence and seek advice where required Working across other agencies/departments
Desirable
- Experience of managing patients who are considering/requesting gender transitioning Familiarity with medication regimes specific to client group An understanding of the procedures specific to manging this patient group
Skills
Essential
- Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working Counselling and communication skills Understanding of clinical risk Management and clinical governance Ability to recognise where further training/guidance is required to ensure sage practice IT skills to enable the use of the electronic patient system and other programmes used in the department Safe and effective written and verbal communication Ability to draft letters, reports and protocols in a timely manner Detailed knowledge of the GMS contract and regulations
Desirable
- Recent experience of conducting audits Teaching experience
Special Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of research interests relevant to the specialty.
Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues Evidence of ability to work both in a team and independently Flexible approach Motivated and efficient Empathetic and understanding when dealing with sensitive issues Effective listening skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice and entry on the GP register Included on the Welsh Medical Performers List Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice/Certificate Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration (CEGPR) or equivalent Evidence of postgraduate education
Desirable
- Evidence of postgraduate education relevant to the post postgraduate education relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Vocational GP Training Experience of working in General Practice Competent in the provision of General Medical Services Ability to take independent clinical decisions within sphere of competence and seek advice where required Working across other agencies/departments
Desirable
- Experience of managing patients who are considering/requesting gender transitioning Familiarity with medication regimes specific to client group An understanding of the procedures specific to manging this patient group
Skills
Essential
- Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working Counselling and communication skills Understanding of clinical risk Management and clinical governance Ability to recognise where further training/guidance is required to ensure sage practice IT skills to enable the use of the electronic patient system and other programmes used in the department Safe and effective written and verbal communication Ability to draft letters, reports and protocols in a timely manner Detailed knowledge of the GMS contract and regulations
Desirable
- Recent experience of conducting audits Teaching experience
Special Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of research interests relevant to the specialty.
Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues Evidence of ability to work both in a team and independently Flexible approach Motivated and efficient Empathetic and understanding when dealing with sensitive issues Effective listening skills
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).
