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Consultant in Clinical Genetics and Genomic Medicine (10 PA)
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Job summaryCore Clinical Services DivisionCONSULTANT POST IN CLINICAL GENETICS and GENOMIC MEDICINEApplications are invited for a consultant post in Clinical Genetics and Genomic Medicine.This replacement 10PA post for the North East Thames Regional Genetics Service will be based in the Clinical Genetics Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). The service has outreach clinics throughout the region. We are seeking a motivated clinician to join our supportive, dynamic and innovative department.The successful candidate will join an experienced team in delivering high quality care for adults and children with rare diseases. The successful candidate will be supported in developing an area of specialist interest.The potholder will have a full clinical commitment and will play an active role in the department’s programme of research and innovation, quality improvement and education and training. They will work closely with laboratory colleagues from the North Thames GLH who are co-located with the clinical department. The clinical service is a key partner in the North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance (GMSA), also hosted by GOSH.Main duties of the jobCCST/CCT in Clinical Genetics (or be within six months of obtaining this at the time of interview). There is no on call commitment for this post.Interested applicants are invited to contact Dr Ajith Kumar, Specialty Lead for Clinical Genetics, Email [email protected]All applicants should return their application forms electronically.The Trust encourages applications from all sections of the community.We offer a range of flexible working patterns; contact us for more information.Confirmation of enhanced disclosure will be required before appointment. For information, please visit the DBS website at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-serviceAbout usGOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachments belowJob description
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachments belowPerson SpecificationValuesEssential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Academic/Professional qualification/TrainingEssential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- CCT/CCST in Clinical Genetics (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR)
Desirable
- Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience/KnowledgeEssential
- Extensive experience in managing patients requiring Clinical Genetics assessment and management
- Experience of teaching students and multi- disciplinary team
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
Desirable
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
- Experience of organising and leading clinical training
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Skills/AbilitiesEssential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.
Desirable
- Leadership skills
Person Specification
ValuesEssential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Academic/Professional qualification/TrainingEssential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- CCT/CCST in Clinical Genetics (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR)
Desirable
- Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience/KnowledgeEssential
- Extensive experience in managing patients requiring Clinical Genetics assessment and management
- Experience of teaching students and multi- disciplinary team
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
Desirable
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
- Experience of organising and leading clinical training
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Skills/AbilitiesEssential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.
Desirable
- Leadership skills
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeAdditional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer detailsEmployer nameGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
AddressGreat Ormond Street HospitalLondonWC1N 3JHEmployer’s website
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Location
London
Job date
Thu, 26 Dec 2024 23:59:31 GMT
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