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Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Oct 9

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

Requirements

  • The Genomics Associate will have the following requirements:
  • Experience or qualifications in genetics or a related field.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to engage with diverse communities and build trust.
  • Experience in working with families and understanding their needs.
  • Proficiency in using technology for communication and data collection.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion in healthcare.
  • Willingness to travel as required for the role.

Responsibilities

  • The role is responsible for facilitating the collection of information, consent, samples and test results to enable genomic counselling and testing for patients with rare diseases and their family members.
  • Working within the clinical genetics department, the role will involve communicating with patients and their families directly by phone, video call and face to face to facilitate the diagnosis of decision making around genetic and genomic conditions.
  • The Genomics associate will be a point of contact for midwives, GPs, health visitors and other health and care professionals regarding access to genetics services for families of Pakistani and South Asian heritage and will become an expert in this area.
  • This role is part of a National Strategy, funded by NHS England, to enhance services for families of Pakistani heritage in high need areas and will link closely with the Clinical lead (Equality, ethnicity, genetics) for NHS England as well as equivalent posts in other areas of high need nationally.

FAQs

What does the role of a Genomic Associate involve?

The Genomic Associate will work alongside clinical geneticists, genetic counsellors, midwives, and other colleagues to provide enhanced contact with patients before and after genetic testing and counselling, facilitating access to services, and supporting families, especially those from marginalized communities.

Who will I be communicating with as a Genomic Associate?

You will directly communicate with patients and their families through phone, video calls, and face-to-face interactions, as well as serve as a point of contact for midwives, GPs, health visitors, and other health and care professionals.

Is there a focus on diversity in the hiring process?

Yes, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including individuals with Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities in order to create a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

What support is available for professional development?

Staff at our hospital are encouraged to engage with various networks such as REACH, ENABLED, PRIDE, and Women’s networks, which promote diversity and inclusion, and provide opportunities for professional growth and support.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Parveen Akhtar, Family History Co-Ordinator, at parveen.akhtar@gosh.nhs.uk or by telephone at 0207 829 8873.

What is the primary goal of the Genomic Associate position?

The primary goal is to enhance genetic services for families, particularly those of Pakistani heritage, in high-need areas, thereby improving access to genetic counselling and testing for patients with rare diseases.

Will I receive training specific to working with marginalized communities?

Yes, the role includes becoming an expert in working with families of Pakistani and South Asian heritage, which may involve specialized training and support to enhance service accessibility.

Are there opportunities for advancement within this role?

While specific advancement opportunities are not detailed in the job description, the supportive and inclusive environment, along with engagement in networks, can lead to professional development and potential progression within the organization.

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Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) is a national centre of excellence in the provision of specialist children's health care, currently delivering the widest range of specialist care of any children's hospital in the UK. It aspires to offer outcomes for children in the top five in the world. The largest centre in the UK for children with heart or brain problems, and, with UCLH it is the largest centre in Europe for children with cancer. It is the only specialist Biomedical Research Centre for paediatrics, it works in partnership with the UCL Institute of Child Health (ICH), part of University College London, and together they form the largest paediatric research and teaching centre in the UK, and one of the largest in the world. The hospital at Great Ormond Street is the only exclusively specialist children's hospital in the UK. It does not have an Accident and Emergency department and largely only accepts specialist referrals from other hospitals and community services. The population of children served by the hospital is characterised by those with multiple disabilities and/or health problems and rare and congenital (present at birth) conditions.