Genetic Counselor I

Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC015120 Clinic 5 & 6 Summary: Genetics Clinic - Monday-Friday days, Full-time (40 hrs/week) Additional Information: As an entry-level genetic counselor, you will work under the supervision of a certified genetic counselor to provide essential services, including genetic risk assessment, counseling, and patient education. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic healthcare environment while developing your professional skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive team, gain valuable clinical experience, and receive guidance as you prepare for certification. Required Education: Master's Degree Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Recommended Work Experience: Entry Level - Experience not Required. Required Certifications: Eligibility to sit for the ABGC certification exam within 1 year of hire - ABGC Certification Recommended Certifications: Genetics Counselor - American Board of Genetic Counseling Description Conduct patient interviews and family history assessments to collect medical, genetic, and psychosocial information. Provide genetic counseling for a variety of indications, including prenatal, pediatric, adult, and cancer genetics. Educate patients and families about genetic conditions, inheritance patterns, testing options, and potential outcomes. Assist with ordering, interpreting, and communicating genetic test results under the guidance of a certified genetic counselor. Prepare case summaries, reports, and documentation for patient records. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews. Stay up-to-date with current developments in genetics and genomics. Assist in the development of patient education materials and community outreach programs. Other duties assigned. Arkansas Children's ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children's is driven by four core values-safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence-which inform every action. Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we're more than just a hospital treating sick kids-our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state's only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children's Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. "Arkansas Children's is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children's, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better." Michael - Business Operations Manager "Arkansas Children's Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda - Information Systems Analyst "We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela - Parking and Fleet Coordinator "Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy - Administrative Assistant "When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children's Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick - Supply Assistant Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.