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This is a Fixed term post until the 31st of January 2024.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit an enthusiastic Genetic Counsellor to join the West of Scotland Centre for Genomic Medicine (WOSCGM). The post-holder will enjoy a broad caseload, including general, cancer, cardiac and prenatal work and have the opportunity to develop strong working relationships with other specialities in various MDT clinics. Genetic counsellors work autonomously as well as flexibly, seeing patients in person as well as by telephone and through video consultations. Team members are encouraged to develop areas of special interest, including; cardiac, ophthalmology, PGD and neurology. The service actively supports continued professional development, including involvement in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Applications would be welcomed from a Genetic Counsellor who is registered with the Genetic Counsellor Registration Board (GCRB), HCPC or equivalent, with an MSc in Genetic/Genomic Counselling or equivalent qualifications and be able to demonstrate a willingness to adapt to the changing needs of the service. Applications will also be considered from individuals who are not yet registered with GCRB or HCPC. Candidates applying at trainee level, on Annex 21 should have, or be about to complete, an MSc in Genetic / Genomic Counselling, or be an experienced nurse or midwife with relevant additional training as per GCRB guidance. Applicants appointed on Annex 21 who are already working towards achieving GCRB registration, will be supported by one of our GCRB Sign off Mentors. The post is attractive to potential candidates who wish to benefit from an all-round experience of working in a Genomic Medicine Centre and gain support in their development.
NHS GG&C is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees and our patients, feel supported. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply. This post requires PVG scheme membership/ Disclosure Scotland.
About Us
The WOSCGM serves a population of approximately 2.6 million covering Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Forth Valley, Lanarkshire, Dumfries & Galloway and Ayrshire & Arran.
The Genetic Counsellor team is diverse, benefitting from a mix of nursing, scientific and academic backgrounds. The team comprises of eight Genetic Counsellors, one research Nurse and Genetic Nurse Specialist , supported by four Principal Genetic Counsellors and one Consultant Genetic Counsellor. We work alongside an experienced team of Clinical Geneticists, Specialty Doctor, Specialist Registrars, as well as administrative and secretarial staff.
The WOSCGM works in close collaboration with the University of Glasgow on delivering the MSc in Genetic & Genomic Counselling. This is a 2 year full-time postgraduate degree, which has been accredited by the GCRB. The course welcomes 8 students over the two years. As a service we are deliver teaching of counselling skills, research skills and clinical genetics knowledge through face-to-face tutorials, Personal Based Learning (PBLs) clinical observations and practical workshops. We also support and train the students through two large clinical placement blocks, which make up a significant portion of their 2nd year of the course.
About Glasgow
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and is culturally diverse, with a rich history and old world architecture. Glasgow regularly tops the charts as ‘world’s friendliest city'’, with the city slogan being ‘People Makes Glasgow’. As Glasgow is a compact city and easy to get around, you can explore more than one neighbourhood in a day. From the buzz of the city centre to the laid-back vibes of the west end, each neighbourhood has its own distinct character. There is the historic east end and the leafy Southside while the north is an urban playground. Glasgow is also the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. With travel up from Glasgow often voted as one of the best rail journeys in the world. For more information please visit: Visit Glasgow - People Make Glasgow and https://www.visitscotland.com/
Informal Contact: Mark Longmuir, Consultant Genetic Counsellor, Tel No: 0141 354 9257
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