Genetic Counselor Maternal Fetal Medicine

Location

Pensacola, FL

Facility

Ascension Sacred Heart

Specialty

Maternal Fetal Medicine

Schedule

Day Shift | Full-Time

About Ascension

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead the provision of comprehensive genetic counseling services and coordinate specialized screening programs for patients.
• Apply your expertise within the Maternal Fetal Medicine department, focusing on identifying families at risk for genetic disorders, birth defects, or a variety of other inherited conditions.
• Be instrumental in assisting with the diagnosis of genetic problems and collaboratively developing personalized, short and long-term counseling plans that guide families through their care journey.
• Provide comprehensive genetic counseling services, coordinate specialized screening programs, assist with the diagnosis of genetic problems and collaboratively develop personalized, long-term counseling plans.
• Apply your expertise in Maternal Fetal Medicine to identify and assess families at risk for genetic disorders and birth defects.

Minimum Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration: Counselor specializing in Genetics credentialed from the Florida Department of Health obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• Master Science in Genetic Counseling
• ABGC - American Board of Genetic Counseling