Genetic Counselor/Center for Fetal Medicine and Reproductive Genetics at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Title

Genetic Counselor I

Job Description

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Job Summary The Center for Fetal Medicine and Reproductive Genetics (CFMRG) at Brigham and Women's Hospital is a multidisciplinary reproductive genetics program committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care across prenatal, reproductive, and fetal genetics services. The Genetic Counselor I works alongside licensed genetic counselors and physicians to provide genetic counseling, education, care coordination, and support to individuals and families navigating reproductive and prenatal genetic care. This role contributes to high-quality clinical care through counseling, genetic test coordination, clinical documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. This is an excellent opportunity to build clinical expertise and develop professionally within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment at a leading academic medical center.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Genetic Counseling

• Provide genetic counseling to individuals and families regarding reproductive, prenatal, and fetal genetic concerns under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Obtain and assess personal, medical, pregnancy, and family histories to identify and evaluate genetic risks.
• Educate patients and families about genetic conditions, inheritance patterns, screening and diagnostic testing options, and the potential benefits, limitations, and outcomes of testing.
• Support patients in making informed decisions regarding genetic testing and reproductive care.
• Communicate genetic test results and provide appropriate follow-up counseling, education, and support.

Care Coordination

• Coordinate genetic testing, referrals, and follow-up care in collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, laboratories, and external healthcare organizations.
• Facilitate timely communication among patients, families, and members of the multidisciplinary care team.
• Support scheduling, insurance authorization, test tracking, and other activities that help ensure continuity of care.
• Help patients navigate complex reproductive and prenatal care pathways.

Documentation and Clinical Support

• Document patient encounters and clinical activities accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record.
• Maintain thorough records related to genetic testing, clinical outcomes, and patient communications.
• Prepare patient correspondence, clinical summaries, and reports.
• Contribute to clinical data collection, quality improvement, and program initiatives.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Collaborate with maternal-fetal medicine physicians, obstetric providers, nurses, genetic counseling assistants, and other members of the reproductive genetics team.
• Participate in team meetings, educational conferences, case reviews, and other learning opportunities.
• Seek guidance and supervision from licensed genetic counselors and medical directors as appropriate.
• Stay current with developments in genetics, reproductive medicine, and genetic counseling practice.
• Contribute to patient and provider education initiatives within the department.
• Pursue opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and skills within a collaborative academic medical center environment.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in special projects, program development, and operational initiatives as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to patient-centered care, diversity, equity, inclusion, and professional excellence.
• Perform other duties as required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 75 Francis Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $66,518.40 - $104,509.60/Annual Grade 5 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.