Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Genetic/Genomic Counsellor to join the NWTRGS Cancer Genetics team in delivering a comprehensive, equitable clinical genomic and counselling service for people with, or at-risk of, inherited cancer.
The post holder will have experience in genetic/genomic counselling and will manage an independent caseload of diagnostic, pre-symptomatic and urgent cancer cases. They will have on-call responsibilities which include managing urgent cases and being able to answer appropriate queries.
As a member of the Cancer Genetics Team, the post holder will also be involved in providing cancer risk assessment advice and guidance and be responsible for preparing for and attending relevant MDTs. The post holder may also be involved in a specialist cancer clinic depending on the needs of the service. They will maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the scientific, medical, and psychological aspects of Clinical Genetics. The post holder will work alongside other clinicians within the department, as well as other healthcare professionals, including mainstream colleagues. The post holder should already hold or be working toward professional UK registration.
Main duties of the job
Provide genetic/genomic counselling using different communication modalities such as in-person, virtual and telephone consultations (including preparation and planning for consultation and post clinic follow-up)
Accurately document family history using paper and appropriate computer systems such as Phenotips
Keep up-to-date and clear records
Make appropriate referrals for patients
Maintain a log of all patients seen
Take a lead role in clinic appointments
Support and work alongside cancer mainstream colleagues in the region
Order genetic tests where appropriate
Liaise with other healthcare professionals
Be responsible for preparation of, attending and presenting cases at MDT meetings
May triage referrals of patients to the service within their area of expertise, using appropriate protocols
Risk assessment within their area of expertise using appropriate software
Act as a cancer genetics resource and participate in teaching of genetics to other healthcare professionals/students or patient/public groups.
Be responsible for overseeing some of the cancer team database/spreadsheets of known pathogenic/likely pathogenic carriers for cancer predisposition syndromes
Contribute to service development, audit and studies
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:

• Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
• St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
• Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
• Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.

We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Details
Date posted
04 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
53,751 to 60,651 a year Per annum incl HCAS pr rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
337-NP-9021DG
Job locations
Northwest Thames Regional Genetic Service, 8th Floor, Northwick Park Hospital
Watford road
Harrow
HA1 3UJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• oEducated to Master's Level with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in cancer genetics AND Genetic counsellor Registration with HCPC or AHCS (or be working towards registration)

Desirable

• oCounselling skills qualification

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• oSpecialist interest in cancer genetics as demonstrated through clinical expertise and/or research
• oExperience in genetic counselling, at level of Trainee Genetic Counsellor or equivalent
• oExperience of managing an individual caseload

Desirable

• oPrevious experience as a band 7 genetic counsellor
• oExperience of teaching
• oExperience in working in cancer genetics

Skills, abilities and attributes
Essential

• oDemonstrate ability to receive and present highly complex information verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences
• oAbility to work autonomously and manage an independent caseload
• oWorks within AGNC and AHCS code of ethics and scope of practice
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oAbility to use all relevant computer/ IT programs
• oAbility to review current literature and apply new data to risk analysis
• oAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team
• oExcellent organisational skills, attention to detail and recognition of the importance of record keeping
• oExcellent verbal and written communication and listening skills

Desirable

• oProven ability to educate genetic and non-genetic healthcare professionals
• oAttending of, taking minutes, leading and /or organise multidisciplinary meetings/clinics.

HEART values
Essential

• Demonstrate commitment to Trust HEART values - Honesty, Equality, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• oEducated to Master's Level with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in cancer genetics AND Genetic counsellor Registration with HCPC or AHCS (or be working towards registration)

Desirable

• oCounselling skills qualification

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• oSpecialist interest in cancer genetics as demonstrated through clinical expertise and/or research
• oExperience in genetic counselling, at level of Trainee Genetic Counsellor or equivalent
• oExperience of managing an individual caseload

Desirable

• oPrevious experience as a band 7 genetic counsellor
• oExperience of teaching
• oExperience in working in cancer genetics

Skills, abilities and attributes
Essential

• oDemonstrate ability to receive and present highly complex information verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences
• oAbility to work autonomously and manage an independent caseload
• oWorks within AGNC and AHCS code of ethics and scope of practice
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oAbility to use all relevant computer/ IT programs
• oAbility to review current literature and apply new data to risk analysis
• oAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team
• oExcellent organisational skills, attention to detail and recognition of the importance of record keeping
• oExcellent verbal and written communication and listening skills

Desirable

• oProven ability to educate genetic and non-genetic healthcare professionals
• oAttending of, taking minutes, leading and /or organise multidisciplinary meetings/clinics.

HEART values
Essential

• Demonstrate commitment to Trust HEART values - Honesty, Equality, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Skills Required