Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Clinical Geneticist based at Conalfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru (Wales Genomic Health Centre). The post is part-time, working 8 sessions per week, and is available from March 2025 for a fixed-term of 24 months. The appointee will support the AWMGS team that provides clinical genetics services to the population of South Wales. They will be part of a wider team of medical staff, including Consultants, an Associate Specialist, a Specialist Grade, and Specialty Registrars, working closely with Genetic Counsellors, Clinical Scientists and administrative & clerical staff. Consideration will be given to applicants who require flexible working arrangements. Applicants should either be on the Specialist Register or be a Specialist Registrar within six months of their expected date of receipt of a CCT / CESR(CP) at the time of interview. You will be able to take advantage of the excellent Consultant contract for Wales. The basic salary range for this post is £84,800 per annum to £123,808 per annum for an 8-session commitment. Applicants must ensure they provide names and contact details of referees covering at least the last 3 years of their employment/training history in full. In addition, applicants who are currently or have most recently been employed as a substantive Consultant or as a Locum Consultant in post for more than 12 months must also provide the name of their Medical Director as an additional referee. Main duties of the job The AWMGS provides specialist genetic services to individuals and families with, or concerned about, rare genetic conditions. The service is made up of clinical and laboratory services which together provide medical genetics services to the population of Wales. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board hosts the AWMGS at the University Hospital of Wales, Singleton Hospital and Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Specialist Consultant Geneticists, Doctors and Genetic Counsellors provide genetic services in all the major hospitals throughout Wales. Between 5,000 and 8,000 rare diseases have been identified within the UK. Each disease affects less than 0.1% of the UK's population but taken together they affect the lives of 3 million people. AWMGS provides a patient-centred specialised service focused on the provision of diagnosis and advice to promote improved clinical management and quality of life for those affected by or at risk of a genetic condition or congenital abnormality. The All Wales Medical Genomics Service encourages personal development and the post holder will be expected to take an active part in the revalidation and appraisal processes. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is recognised as a teaching centre of excellence in a wide range of clinical services. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support. Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future. Date posted 07 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £84,800 to £123,808 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 001-MP209.24 Job locations Wales Genomics Health Centre Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 7YU Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents. Person Specification Qualifications Essential On GMC Specialist Register for specialty / Specialty Registrar with CCT / CESR(CP) due within six months of interview date MRCP or MRCPCH or equivalent qualification Desirable Postgraduate qualification e.g. MD/PhD Experience Essential Broad training and experience in Clinical Genetics Appropriate laboratory experience Skills Essential Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working Effective and demonstrable communication skills Clinical Governance Essential Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice Evidence of proactive engagement with appraisal and revalidation (or equivalent) Research Essential Evidence of active research interests Teaching Essential Evidence of teaching medical students, junior doctors and other allied health professionals Management Essential Evidence of effective leadership skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential On GMC Specialist Register for specialty / Specialty Registrar with CCT / CESR(CP) due within six months of interview date MRCP or MRCPCH or equivalent qualification Desirable Postgraduate qualification e.g. MD/PhD Experience Essential Broad training and experience in Clinical Genetics Appropriate laboratory experience Skills Essential Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working Effective and demonstrable communication skills Clinical Governance Essential Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice Evidence of proactive engagement with appraisal and revalidation (or equivalent) Research Essential Evidence of active research interests Teaching Essential Evidence of teaching medical students, junior doctors and other allied health professionals Management Essential Evidence of effective leadership skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address Wales Genomics Health Centre Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 7YU Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)