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Responsibilities Join Our Team as a Genetic Counselor Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families by providing expert genetic counseling, education, and support. We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and collaborative Genetic Counselor to help deliver exceptional patient-centered care while advancing genetic health services.
As a Genetic Counselor, you will provide advanced clinical genetics expertise and serve as a trusted resource for patients, families, and healthcare providers. You will independently assess genetic risks, coordinate testing, interpret results, and deliver compassionate counseling to individuals and families affected by or at risk for genetic conditions. In this role, you will combine clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and exceptional communication skills to help patients make informed decisions regarding their health and care.
Provide comprehensive genetic counseling services to individuals and families. Assess genetic and family histories to identify inherited risk factors. Coordinate and facilitate molecular and cytogenetic testing.
Interpret genetic test results and communicate findings clearly and compassionately. Educate patients, families, and healthcare professionals regarding genetic disorders, testing options, and treatment implications. Serve as a genetics resource and consultant to physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
Develop appropriate referrals and follow-up care plans. Apply advanced clinical judgment and problem-solving skills in complex patient cases. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to professional and regulatory standards.
Required Education, Certification & Licensure Master’s degree in genetic counseling from an accredited program. Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG). Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of genetics.
Current certification in CPR at Healthcare Professional level.
- Experience in oncology genetics. Clinical genetics, program administration, or teaching experience. Experience providing education and consultation to healthcare professionals. Strong project management, organization, and leadership skills. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Essential: finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, lifting usual weight of 5 pounds, pushing/pulling usual weight of 50 pounds, carrying usual weight of 10 pounds.
- Frequent: standing, walking, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions.
- Occasional: sitting, stooping/bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, lifting and carrying weight up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling weight up to 50 pounds, static gripping of an object for a prolonged period, frequent gripping of an object
- Operates various office and audiovisual equipment. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Work environment may be stressful due to multiple requests/projects and priorities. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
About the role
As a Genetic Counselor, you will provide advanced clinical genetics expertise and serve as a trusted resource for patients, families, and healthcare providers. You will independently assess genetic risks, coordinate testing, interpret results, and deliver compassionate counseling to individuals and families affected by or at risk for genetic conditions.