Genomic Practitioner

NHS patients with rare genetic disease and certain types of cancer are now eligible for Whole Genome Sequencing, a new technology which aims to improve diagnosis and treatment stratification, and build an unparalleled resource for medical research. The post holder will work alongside an existing team of Genomic Practitioners and Assistants based in OxGEM, and will be responsible for compassionately consenting patients and their relatives for WGS as part of their recommended clinical care. The post holder will work together with others to ensure all clinical and research paperwork follows required standards, and that samples are collated in accordance with required time frames. Training will be provided. Please note that this post does not lead to automatic progression to professional registration as a Genetic Counsellor. Please see GCRAB, AGNC and NSHCS websites for details on how to pursue a career in Genetic Counselling in the UK. Please also see the AGNC for details of the UK Genetic Counsellor Career structure.Main duties of the job Main duties include: Ensuring patients and their relatives give their informed consent to have WGS in a quality, patient centred, telephone or virtual appointment that may last up to 1/2 hour Post holder will be required to deliver 15 appointments per week on average Providing those consented a copy of their consent documentation (known as Record of Discussion) Ensuring samples are received Working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patients and their relatives receive the best possible care, Liaising with clinicians from many disciplines to facilitate WGS for their patients Liaising with Clinical Scientists in Laboratories, and other managerial team members affiliated with WGS Working collegiately with patients, relatives and colleagues to ensure samples are delivered and consent is correctly documented according to NHS England requirements.

We are seeking a highly motivated, team oriented and compassionate degree educated individual (or equivalent experience) to join our Whole Genome Sequencing patient consenting service, based at Oxford Centre for Genomic Medicine. This is a clinical role ideal for someone with an interest in developing a career in clinical genetics, who has demonstrated public facing experience in a healthcare, care, or volunteer setting.,

• Relevant Degree (e.g. science, psychology, biology, genetics, nursing, biomedical sciences)
• Experience in a Regional Genetics Service
• Consent conversation/Record of Discussion experience
• Familiarity with EPR, Excel
Desirable criteria
• Good Clinical Practice training (GCP)
• Counselling training (volunteer or taught) or caring experience (volunteer or paid)
  
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