Top 4 Genetic Counselors Jobs in Chicago, IL

Genetic Counselor
Shriners Hospitals for Children —Chicago, IL
- $89,003.20 - $133,527.68 a year
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Genetic Counselor Assistant
Endeavor Health —Evanston, IL
- $19.89 - $28.84 an hour
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Wellness program
Genetic Counselor- Neurology Full Time Days
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare —Chicago, IL
- $38.92 - $56.44 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Databases
- Neurology
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Sr Genetic Counselor - Pediatrics
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $38.02 - $61.88 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- University
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Genetic Counselor Assistant
Endeavor Health —Evanston, IL
Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing, clinical utility of testing, and the possible family impacts of genetic testing.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital —Columbus, OH
Previous academic studies in genetics, biology, or another science related field desired. Prepares correspondence, documents, reports and other materials which…

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Genetic Counselor

Shriners Hospitals for Children -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$89,003.20 - $133,527.68 a year
3 days ago

Qualifications

Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC)
Master's degree
Genetic counseling

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Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

Shriners Children’s Chicago offers specialized care for a wide range of pediatric orthopedic, bone and joint conditions, including rare diseases and syndromes. Other specialties include spine and scoliosis care, plastic surgery, cleft lip and palate care, comprehensive rehabilitation and spinal cord injuries.

We have a part time opportunity (20 hours per week) for a Genetic Counselor to join our team!

Key Responsibilities:

Provide genetic counseling for pediatric patients and families across a broad range of general genetics indications.
Obtain and interpret detailed medical, developmental, and three‑generation family histories.
Educate families about genetic conditions, inheritance patterns, recurrence risks, and implications for relatives.
Prepare patients and families for genetic testing, including informed consent and discussion of benefits, limitations, and possible outcomes.
Communicate genetic test results clearly and compassionately and assist with follow‑up recommendations.
Recommend appropriate testing strategies (single‑gene, panels, exome/genome, CNV analysis).
Coordinate test ordering, insurance authorization, sample logistics, and result tracking.
Review and summarize laboratory reports; assist with interpretation and phenotype–genotype correlation.
Prepare accurate and timely clinic notes, result letters, and patient education materials.
Support clinic operations, including triage, scheduling coordination, and communication with families and referring providers.
Maintain documentation in the electronic medical record.
Work closely with the clinical geneticist and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams where genetics participate.

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree - two-year, full-time master's program in genetic counseling accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC)
Successful completion of certification exam from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) to become a certified genetic counselor

The pay range for this position is $89,003.20 - $133,527.68. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

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