Senior Genetic Counsellor

Senior Genetic Counsellor

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the post is to provide improved access to clinical genetics and genomics in the regions in line with the implementation of the National Strategy for Accelerating Genetic and Genomic Medicine in Ireland. This post will contribute to the provision of a comprehensive, high quality, genetic counselling service by carrying out the duties and responsibilities of a Genetic Counsellor :

• Comprehend the medical facts of a patient’s case, including the diagnosis, probable course of the disorder, and the available management
• Appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the disorder, and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives
• Understand the options for dealing with the risk of recurrence, playing a vital role in providing one off and ongoing support to patients and their families, in choosing the course of action most appropriate to them
• Support patients / families in making the best possible adjustment to the disorder / risk of the disorder

Essential Criteria :

Candidates must on the latest date for receiving completed applications, possess :

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Competition Specific Selection Process

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post

must be accompanied by a cover letter

setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Wednesday, 16th July 2025 by 23 : 45 pm . Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty / department, please contact Claire Giffney, Principal Genetic Counsellor, 01 428 2803

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Team recruitment@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE :

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly / fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2025.