Sutter Health

Children's Outpatient Services, Genetic Counselor II

Sutter Health$97K — $145K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Genetic Counseling (or equivalent experience accepted)
  • 2 years of recent relevant experience preferred, especially in Pediatric Genetics
  • CGC certification as a Certified Genetic Counselor
  • Strong understanding of clinical genetic services and standards
  • Proficient in data management and retrieval from databases
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills
  • Teamwork experience with health professionals

Responsibilities

  • Provide genetic counseling for patients at risk for hereditary conditions
  • Conduct risk assessments and educate patients on genetic testing
  • Interpret and explain genetic test results and their implications
  • Recommend appropriate follow-up care based on genetic findings
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care

Benefits

  • Full-time schedule with Monday to Friday workdays
  • No required weekend shifts
  • Regular employee status ensuring job stability
  • Exempt position from overtime regulations
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package
Full Job Description
Organization:
SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview:
Is responsible for providing genetic counseling to patients referred to the program who may be at risk for a hereditary condition. Counsels patients referred to the program on all genetic testing related matters, including risk assessment, overview of genetic testing, test results and implications, and suggested follow-up.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
  • Master's: Genetic Counseling


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 2 years recent relevant experience.
  • Preferred Experience in Pediatric Genetics


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
  • CGC-Certified Genetic Counselor


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
  • Understanding of clinical applications and standards necessary to provide comprehensive, current genetic services and counseling.
  • Familiar with input and data retrieval on computer database.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, good writing ability.
  • Knowledge and experience in the area of teamwork with health professionals.


Job Shift:
Days

Schedule:
Full Time

Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:
None

Benefits:
Yes

Unions:
No

Position Status:
Exempt

Weekly Hours:
40

Employee Status:
Regular

Pay Range is $97,032.00 to $145,558.40 / annual salary

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit health system in Northern California, headquartered in Sacramento. It includes doctors, hospitals and other health care services in more than 100 Northern California cities and towns. Major service lines of Sutter Health-affiliated hospitals include cardiac care, women’s and children’s services, cancer care, orthopedics and advanced patient safety technology.
Learn more about Sutter Health
Size
58,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1981

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