Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Genetic Counselor Senior/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE56470
Working Title
Genetic Counselor Senior/UKHC
Department Name
MG34X:PEDS-GENETICS
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
13
Salary Range
$71,323-131,685/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Genetic Counselor license from the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure (KBML) by hire date.
Physical Requirements
Requires frequent standing, walking, lifting of objects up to 25 lbs, and sitting at desk with frequent phone and computer use.
Shift
Monday - Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed
Job Summary
Golisano Children's at UK seeks a genetic counselor to support patients, families, and teams across Pediatrics. The person in this position will provide genetic counseling and education patients both independently and collaboratively with physicians and advanced practice providers in ambulatory and in-patient settings. Patients are seen in person and via telehealth. The genetic counselor will contribute to patient care coordination through risk assessment, evaluation of patient medical and family histories, selection of appropriate genomic tests, and pre and posttest genetic counseling. Additionally, the genetic counselor will support clinical genetic/genomic research activities.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Office; Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and deductive reasoning skills. Organization skills, as well as the ability to prioritize work assignments and work independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's from an Accredited Genetic Counseling Training Program.
Deadline to Apply
11/19/2026
