Consultant in Clinical Genetics: Sponsorship Available

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and dedicated colleague to join the Consultant team at the Oxford Centre for Genomic Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) NHS Trust.

The OUH is a large teaching hospital with an active teaching and research agenda. We are seeking a colleague who shares the values of the OUH in providing excellent, compassionate care.

The successful candidate will join 13 consultants, 2 honorary consultants, 8 SpRs and ACFs and 16 genetic counsellors; supported by a team of patient pathway administrators, a cancer triage team, a family history team and a growing team of genomic practitioners and associates to support mainstreaming of whole genome sequencing (WGS) across the region.

The role offers an opportunity for an individual keen to provide clinics in general genetics, to participate in and lead MDTs and to develop a special interest which complements those of the existing team.

The appointment is part time but if an interested candidate was wishing a full time post, please do contact the clinical lead for further discussions.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be based at the Oxford Centre for Genomic Medicine (OxGEM) on the site of the Nuffield Orthopaedic Hospital. OxGEM is a busy regional genetics service providing cancer and general genetic services to the population of Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and part of Wiltshire. The role will include travel to peripheral clinics at district general hospitals within the region and the post holder will need flexibility and willingness to work in peripheral clinics according to the needs of the department.

The clinical work plan (see model job plan below) is based on 4.75 PA of direct clinical care (DCC) incorporating clinic and patient related activities, and 1.25 PA of supporting professional activity (SPA). The SPA time may be increased as additional responsibilities or roles are undertaken.

OXGEM has a team of Patient pathway administrative support. Pre-clinic support is provided by a family history team. Office space will be provided, with access to a computer/laptop. IT support is available from the Trust IT support team. One of the existing consultant team will support as a mentor the new Consultant joining the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • MRCP(UK) or equivalent
  • Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register in Clinical Genetics via one of the following a) Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) -the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview b) Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CSER)
  • GMC registration

Desirable

  • Higher medical degree (MD or PhD) or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Training in Clinical Genetics to specialist level or equivalent
  • High level of competence in management of complex genetic cases
  • Evidence of ability to make decisions at consultant level and to manage complex clinical problems

Desirable

  • Development of a specialist interest within clinical genetics
  • Experience of providing genetics service at consultant level

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent leadership skills. Evidence of ability to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant
  • Effective administrative and time management skills. Training in clinical management
  • Evidence of significant contribution to successful teamwork
  • Good spoken and written English. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience of formal and informal contributions to teaching and training
  • Evidence of effective and sustained contribution to clinical governance, clinical risk management and clinical audit activities
  • Interest in research

Desirable

  • Management qualification
  • Education qualification
  • Peer reviewed publications

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).

Closing Date: 17 August 2026

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