Jobs

Closing Date: 14/02/2020

Location: Spalding and/or home-based

Haemochromatosis UK is a charity dedicated to supporting people affected by haemochromatosis, a genetic condition that leads to toxic iron overload. We work to raise public awareness, stimulate research, and educate healthcare professionals. To learn more please visit http://haemochromatosis.org.uk/what-we-do. We are seeking to recruit a part-time or full-time Genetic Counsellor to be based at our Spalding office (PE11) with opportunities for remote working. We will also consider exceptional home-based applicants able to work at least 1 day per week from our Spalding headquarters. We provide telephone helpline support to people affected by genetic haemochromatosis (HFE genetic mutation). We also run a vibrant education programme to train healthcare professionals across primary and secondary care in haemochromatosis diagnosis, care pathways and management. Key responsibilities This is a diverse and varied role, combining : • Developing and delivering training materials (online seminars, face-to-face training, printed materials etc) on the genetics of haemochromatosis • Providing helpline support (by telephone, email and video conference) to families affected by genetic haemochromatosis to help them understand and manage their condition • Providing support to clinical trial participants, to help them understand the implications of a diagnosis of genetic haemochromatosis • Representing our charity at NHS PPV events, clinician conferences and the All-Party Parliamentary Group on GH, to advance healthcare professionals and policy makers’ understanding of the condition In this exciting role, you will be the charity’s lead on the genetics of haemochromatosis and a key contributor to the development of our charitable programmes. For more details, please refer to the attached role description.

For further information please contact:

N McClements
Email: careers@huk.org.uk
Website: https://haemochromatosis.org.uk/

Henrith Business Centre, 3 Enterprise Way
Spalding
Lincolnshire
PE11 3YR

Closing Date: 23/02/2020

Location: Wellington, New Zealand

Genuine opportunity to make a difference and improve outcomes for New Zealand families. • Genetic Counsellors – take on an exciting & rewarding career opportunity as a Family History Assessor for the NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service • Permanent, full time role based in Wellington, accredited employer with straight forward relocation support • Combine Wellington lifestyle with outstanding professional growth • Flight and initial accommodation organised for you If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating role working autonomously as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing clinical excellence and improved outcomes for families this is a great opportunity. You will be a highly motivated and experienced genetic counsellor looking to further develop your skills & experience. The NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service (NZFGCS) is a national service specialising in the diagnosis and management of familial gastrointestinal cancer syndromes, with emphasis on reducing morbidity and mortality in families who are assessed to be at high risk. Our multidisciplinary team consists of family history assessors, gastroenterologists, and colorectal surgeons and works closely with Genetic Health Services. The Service provides education, information and support to families, including medical management and identification of those at high risk and follow up for others within a family who may be at increased risk of cancer as well as long term follow-up of individuals via a colonoscopy surveillance programme. As a Family History Assessor, you will: • Explore the medical histories of referred patients and families to determine their risk of hereditary syndromes associated with gastrointestinal cancer • Provide on-going surveillance and risk management advice • Recommend appropriate care • Coordinate the endoscopy surveillance for those individuals participating in our colonoscopy reminder programme • Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues related to the medical management of genetic disorders and the psycho-social impact on people of a diagnosis of cancer or a high risk of developing cancer This role requires a health related degree such as a Masters in Genetic Counselling (or equivalent) with preferred experience in the field of gastroenterology, oncology, colorectal surgery or working with familial cancer syndromes. If you have led your own clinics this will be an advantage but full clinical training and support is provided. The service is committed to the maintenance of professional accreditation for candidates from a Genetic Counselling background. Click here to view the position description. Please apply by clicking on the link below and submitting your latest CV and cover letter. For further information about the role please contact Julie Arnold, Service Clinical Director and Clinical Manager at JulieA@adhb.govt.nz. For assistance with your online application, please contact Julie Galang, Recruitment Consultant on JGalang@adhb.govt.nz In addition to the opportunity to work in a large, modern comprehensive facility, Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. It has a vibrant mixture of lifestyles and cultures that offers easy access to stunning and diverse scenery and a wonderful range of indoor and outdoor pursuits. With its beautiful countryside and dynamic metropolitan centres, New Zealand offers a lifestyle to suitable for all. This is a great opportunity for you to come and experience the kiwi lifestyle and hospitality, whether that be living permanently or coming for an extended ‘visit’. We would love to hear from you to discuss the opportunities we can offer. For more information and to apply please click on the link below. http://careers.adhb.govt.nz/health-careers-job-search/details/ADHB5465

For further information please contact:

Julie Galang
Email: JGalang@adhb.govt.nz
Website: https://careers.adhb.govt.nz/health-careers-job-search/details/ADHB5465

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New Zealand

Closing Date: 07/02/2020

Location: Children's Health Ireland

Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is leading on the clinical and operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare and consists of hospitals at Crumlin, Temple Street and Tallaght. The three children’s hospitals and CHI’s Corporate Office transitioned from four separates, independently governed entities into one new single organisation effective from 1st January 2019 to govern and operate paediatric services in Dublin. This new organisation will operate as a single service across the existing locations of Crumlin, Temple Street, Tallaght and the CHI Corporate Office before transitioning to the new facilities at the two paediatric outpatient and urgent care centres at Connolly and Tallaght Hospitals and the new children’s hospital on the campus shared with St James’s Hospital

The Role of Principal Genetic Counsellor

A very exciting opportunity has arisen in the Department of Genetics at CHI at Crumlin. Applications are invited for the role of Principal Genetic Counsellor. The successful candidate will contribute to the provision of a comprehensive, high quality, specialist genetic counselling for the Department of Genetics. The post holder will provide professional and managerial leadership for the Genetic Counsellors ensuring that the Genetics Counsellor service develops to assist in achieving both local and CHI objectives. Informal Enquiries to: Liz Masterson, Directorate Operations Manager, Childrens Health Ireland (CHI) at Crumlin Email: liz.masterson@olchc.ie or 00353 1 4092545

For further information please contact:

Rachel O'Keeffe
Email: rachel.okeeffe@olchc.ie
Website: https://chi.jobs/job/principal-genetic-counsellor/