Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join the Genomic Associate team at the Liverpool Centre for Genomic Medicine. The service is based at, and managed by the Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust, serving the patients of the Cheshire and Merseyside region.
Main duties of the job
The role involves contacting patients who need further information collecting prior to and following an appointment with a clinician. Information includes medical information, family history and medical records and will involve contacting other relevant bodies as determined by the clinician. It will also involve drawing family pedigrees and ensuring information is ready for the clinical team to make accurate assessments.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm new-borns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving its services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652
Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- Basic understanding of human genetics, inheritance patterns and genetic illness
- Able to demonstrate excellent communication skill both written and oral
- Excellent telephone manner
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good knowledge of computers, including MS Office, Excel and Outlook
- Adaptable and flexible with a willingness to adapt to change
- Ability to enter data correctly and accurately and maintain computer and paper records systems
- Initiative and ability to prioritise own workload
- Demonstrate willingness and ability to use own initiative.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
- Good general standards of education. Minimum of 5 GCSE, including Maths & English grade C and above or equivalent
- Willingness to undertaking any training deemed necessary for the post
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health or social care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working with distressed people
- Experience of working with distressed people
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- Basic understanding of human genetics, inheritance patterns and genetic illness
- Able to demonstrate excellent communication skill both written and oral
- Excellent telephone manner
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good knowledge of computers, including MS Office, Excel and Outlook
- Adaptable and flexible with a willingness to adapt to change
- Ability to enter data correctly and accurately and maintain computer and paper records systems
- Initiative and ability to prioritise own workload
- Demonstrate willingness and ability to use own initiative.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
- Good general standards of education. Minimum of 5 GCSE, including Maths & English grade C and above or equivalent
- Willingness to undertaking any training deemed necessary for the post
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health or social care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working with distressed people
- Experience of working with distressed people
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
