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

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling required.
• No experience in lieu of a degree accepted.
• Genetic Counselor State License (or eligibility to obtain licensure, as applicable) required.
• 1–2 years of experience in genetic counseling or a related clinical genetics setting preferred.

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

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