Genetic Counselor - Div. of Medical Genetics and Metabolism (Pediatrics)

Genetic Counselor

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Job Summary

Provide genetic education, counseling, and support to patients and families seeking evaluation for, living with, or at risk for inherited conditions. Partner with an interdisciplinary care team to deliver patient-centered genetic services across a variety of specialty clinics, which may include general genetics, metabolic disorders, bone marrow transplant, cystic fibrosis, hearing loss, maternal-fetal medicine, neurofibromatosis, disorders of sexual development, and other specialized programs.

Essential Functions

• Assess personal and family histories to evaluate the risk of inherited conditions, genetic disorders, and birth defects.
• Provide individualized genetic counseling, education, and support to patients and families throughout the care journey.
• Interpret and evaluate genetic information and current evidence related to gene-disease associations to support clinical decision-making.
• Develop accurate genetic risk assessments and communicate findings in a clear, compassionate, and understandable manner.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of patient consent forms, genetic counseling protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and patient education resources.
• Respond to questions and provide genetic expertise to patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Genetic Counselor State License (or eligibility to obtain licensure, as applicable) required.

Experience

• 12 years of experience in genetic counseling or a related clinical genetics setting preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, patient, and customer service skills with the ability to build trust and provide compassionate care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex genetic information to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and communicate genetic and genomic information using evidence-based practices.
• Working knowledge of molecular genetics, genomics, and related scientific principles.
• Ability to follow established clinical, research, and regulatory protocols while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$66,518.40 - $99,517.60/Annual

Grade

5

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1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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.

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