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Job overview
This is fixed term post for 36 months from start date to cover service needs.
We are delighted to advertise a band 6 Pre-Registration Genetic Counsellor post to join our friendly team in the All Wales Medical Genomics Service (AWMGS) in Cardiff.
Starting salary will be on the first point of Band 6 on 36 months fixed term contract.
The Clinical and Laboratory services merged to form the AWMGS in April 2019, together they provide the medical genomics service to the population of Wales. The AWMGS has hubs across Wales with Specialist Medical Geneticists and Genetic Counsellors providing genetic services in all the main hospitals throughout Wales. Together with Cardiff University, Wales Gene Park and the Welsh Government, the AWMGS are working to deliver the Welsh Government Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy for patients within Wales. This is a highly exciting and innovative strategy with opportunities for staff, healthcare professionals, patients and the public across Wales.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high-quality genetic counselling service at regional specialist level for the population in the South Wales area, within the All Wales Medical Genetic Service. To help individuals and families deal with a genetic disorder. This is to be achieved by helping the clients and their families to:
- Comprehend the medical facts, including the diagnosis, probable course of the disorder, and the available management.
- Appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the disorder, and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives.
- Understand the alternatives for dealing with the risk of recurrence.
- Help the clients choose the course of action which seems to them most appropriate.
- Make the best possible adjustment to the disorder in an affected family member and/or the risk of recurrence of that disorder.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Basic IT skills
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and at a multidisciplinary level
Desirable
- Research, evaluation and audit skills
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience
Desirable
- Genetic related experience
- Community work experience
- NHS experience
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons in a relevant subject OR Registered nurse / midwife with a relevant degree and experience
Desirable
- BSc Hons at 2:1 or 1st in a relevant subject. Counselling certificate / diploma
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic, reliable and self-motivated
- Committed to providing a quality service
- Client and quality focused
Desirable
- Proven ability to work reliably to tight deadlines under pressure of work
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This advert is for Pre-Registration Genetic Counsellor with Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Band 6 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £40,559 - £48,841 per annum. The contract type is 36 months (Fixed term HEIW post. End date 36 months from start date.). The application deadline is 04 Aug 2026.
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