Associate Genetic Counselor

Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality genetic counseling services in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Coordinate and collaborate with healthcare professionals and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care. Provide clinical guidance to patients and providers, including: Syndrome identification Medical management recommendations Genetic testing coordination and interpretation Psychosocial counseling Multidisciplinary care planningIdentify and recommend research opportunities that enhance patient care delivery and outcomes across the organization. Participate in educational initiatives for healthcare professionals and community audiences. Support program development efforts within the genetics department. Achieve assigned performance goals and objectives.

Qualifications: Education

Required: Master's degree in Medical Genetics or a related field Experience

Required: Clinical rotations completed as part of an advanced degree program Certifications / Training

Required: Board Eligible or Board Certified Genetic Counselor through the American Board of Genetic Counseling

Knowledge & Skills: Strong knowledge of: Healthcare issues related to genetics Clinical practice and emerging trends Regulatory and legal compliance standardsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to provide patient-centered counseling and education Licensure Licensure requirements may apply based on state regulations (if applicable) Reporting Structure

Reports to: Director of Genetics

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Work Environment & Physical Requirements Functional Demands

Work Level: Light (moderate energy) Activities may include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling within defined weight ranges. Activity Levels Sitting, standing, and walking: Frequent Climbing, carrying, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching, and similar physical activities: Occasional Communication (talking/hearing): Frequent Sensory Requirements Accurate near and far vision required Color discrimination required Basic hearing ability required Environmental Exposure Potential exposure to: Blood-borne pathogens Chemicals Airborne communicable diseases Dust or particulate matterNot anticipated exposure to: Extreme temperatures Radiation Excessive noisePopulation Served Provides care to patients requiring genetic counseling services.