Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Job SummaryThe Genetic Counselor provides compassionate genetic education, counseling, risk assessment, and support to patients and families who have genetic conditions, birth defects, or may be at risk for inherited conditions.
This role works as part of a multidisciplinary care team and supports patients across a variety of specialty clinics and clinical settings. Areas of practice may include General Genetics, Metabolic, Bone Marrow Transplant, Cystic Fibrosis, Hearing Loss, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Neurofibromatosis, Disorders of Sexual Development, and other specialty programs.
Reproductive Genetic Counselors at MGH are members of a multidisciplinary team providing compassionate, personalized care to patients and families navigating preconception and prenatal genetic concerns.
Counseling may address a variety of topics, including:
-Preimplantation genetic testing and screening
-A previous pregnancy or infant with a genetic syndrome or birth defect
-Carrier screening
-Screening for chromosomal abnormalities
-Prenatal ultrasound findings
-Diagnostic testing
-Family history of birth defects or genetic conditions
-Advanced maternal age
-Consanguinity
Essential Functions
-Assess individual and family risk for genetic conditions, inherited disorders, and birth defects.
-Review medical records and obtain detailed family and pregnancy histories.
-Provide individualized education, counseling, and risk assessment based on available clinical and genetic information.
-Explain genetic screening and diagnostic testing options, including potential benefits, limitations, and results.
-Evaluate and interpret relevant genetic and medical literature and evidence for gene-disease associations.
-Review and interpret genetic testing results and communicate findings clearly to patients, families, and referring clinicians.
-Coordinate additional genetic testing, referrals, and follow-up care as appropriate.
-Collaborate with physicians, healthcare providers, and other disciplines to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
-Respond to genetic counseling-related questions and inquiries from patients, families, staff, and physicians.
-Assist with the development and maintenance of patient consents, genetic counseling protocols, standard operating procedures, and patient education materials.
-Support ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and delivery of genetic counseling services.
Cover letter required.
QualificationsQualifications
Education- Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling required.
- Experience cannot be substituted for the required degree.
Licenses and Credentials- Genetic Counselor [State License] required.
Experience- 1-2 years of experience in genetics preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Strong commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Knowledge of molecular genetics and general chemistry.
- Ability to interpret and apply genetic and clinical information accurately.
- Ability to follow established protocols and procedures, including detailed research protocols.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsite
Work Location32 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours32
Employee TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay (United States of America)
Pay Range$66,518.40 - $104,509.60/Annual
Grade5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
