Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified Associate Practitioners to join the All Wales Medical Genomics Service working flexibly for 37.5 hours per week. These are permanent, full time posts based at Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru in Cardiff

The pay progression steps for these posts as a Band 4 begin at £28,819 and top at approximately £31,626. The expectation is that all staff will meet the required standards and will, therefore, be able to progress on their pay step date.

The All Wales Medical Genetics Service (AWMGS) provides a comprehensive clinical genetics and laboratory service clinical genetics services to the 3 million residents of Wales.

AWMGS is a major stakeholder in the Welsh Government's plan to create a sustainable, internationally-competitive environment for genetics and genomics. In July 2017 the launch and investment of monies to support the Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy is looking to develop a service that is innovative, responsive and well-connected to the major genetics and genomics initiatives that are evolving worldwide.

Main duties of the job

The post holders will be working within the technical teams either within the Extraction, PCR, Fragment sizing or NGS sections, and working in a fast paced environment alongside Medical Technical Officers and Genetic Technologists.

The Directorate encourages personal development and you will be expected to take an active part in the appraisal process. Not only is this a busy and challenging specialty but you would also be joining a friendly, dedicated team in Medical Genetics.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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

Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join our busy Radiology Department across University Hospital Wales. The Waiting List Appointment Coordinator role within Radiology Department involves the participation in all duties relevant for the day to day operations within the radiology waiting list/appointments office(s) and assisting the department with regards to all waiting list management issues. The Radiology Department is extremely busy with daily deadlines to meet.

We are looking for someone who is self motivated and who demonstrates outstanding attention to detail. Proven computer knowledge, organisational skills and the ability to cope well under pressure are all a requirement for the post.

As you will be the first point of contact and will be required to liaise with the patient and a wide range of colleagues, clinicians and nursing staff, excellent customer service skills are paramount to this role, as well as having good written and verbal communication skills. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to deal with the public in a professional and approachable manner.

Main duties of the job

To participate in all duties relevant for the day to day operations within the Radiology waiting list/appointments office(s) and assist the department with regards to all waiting list management issues.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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