Top 15 Genetic counselors Jobs in Boston, Ma

Per Diem Perinatal Counselor
South Shore Health —Weymouth, MA
- $42.35 - $61.40 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Conflict management
Registered Nurse- Genetics
Boston Children's Hospital —Brookline, MA
- $81,078 - $174,585 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Nursing
- RN License
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Genetic Counseling Assistant
Boston Medical Center —Boston, MA
- $21.39 - $30.05 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Clinic experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Genetic Counselor Assistant (SEIU)
Optum —Boston, MA
- $20.22 - $31.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Pass drug screening
- HIPAA
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Genetic Counselor
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute —Boston, MA
- $107,291 - $124,033 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
Genetic Counseling Assistant (SEIU), Kenmore- Atrius Health
Optum —Boston, MA
- $18 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
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Genetic Counselor
The General Hospital Corporation —Boston, MA
- $66,518.40 - $99,517.60 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Clinic
- Opportunities for advancement
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Genetic Counselor I - Chromatin Disorders Translational Program
Boston Children's Hospital —Boston, MA
- $69,888.00 - $111,831.20 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Children
Genetic Counselor I - Program in Clinical Genetics
Boston Children's Hospital —Boston, MA
- $69,888.00 - $111,831.20 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Outpatient experience
- Master's degree
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Genetic Counselor - Div. of Medical Genetics and Metabolism (Pediatrics)
The General Hospital Corporation —Boston, MA
- $66,518.40 - $99,517.60 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Clinic
- Opportunities for advancement
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Senior Genetic Counselor - Div. of Medical Genetics and Metabolism (Pediatrics)
The General Hospital Corporation —Boston, MA
- $96,886.40 - $140,899.20 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Opportunities for advancement
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Per Diem Perinatal Counselor

South Shore Health -
Weymouth, MA

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Job Details

Part-time
$42.35 - $61.40 an hour

Qualifications

Genetic counseling
Genetics

Full Job Description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for counseling patients and families concerning genetic and non-genetic problems. Serves as a resource to patients, families and health care providers regarding genetic counseling issues. Works closely with patients during highly stressful times and deals with sensitive information in an empathetic and supportive manner. Participates in developing new programs related to the MFM unit

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Counsels patients/families referred for the following:
a. Abnormal serum screening results
b. Advanced maternal age
c. Difficult decision making
d. First trimester/integrated screening
e. Pregnancy loss
f. Suspected/known fetal anomalies
g. Significant family history
h. Ultrasound findings
i. Teratogens

2. Counsels patients/families regarding diagnostic procedures:
a. Amniocentesis
b. Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
c. Percutaneous blood sampling (PUBS)

3. Obtains family histories and evaluates need for further testing/screening
a. Counsels patient/families regarding significant family histories
b. Makes appropriate referrals for further testing/screening
c. Triages/reviews patient histories and ensures appropriate scheduling of appointments
d. Understands that needs of patients are priorities
e. Interprets genetic laboratory results and communicates to patient/provider
f. Gathers, interprets and delivers information to patient/families in a timely fashion
g. Maintains patient confidentiality

4. Serves as a resource to staff, patient, providers regarding genetic counseling issues.
a. Provides educational programs to health care providers
b. Acts as a resource to health care providers within the hospital and the community
c. Involved in training/supervising of genetic counseling students
d. Adapts teaching/counseling format as appropriate to the patient's cognitive ability
e. Provides appropriate follow-up support/referrals
f. Supports patient/families with difficult decisions by demonstrating an understanding of the patient's reaction to "bad news" and responds with empathy and support
g. Assesses patient/families ability to cope with "bad news" and makes appropriate referrals

5. Maintains relationship with outside laboratories and is aware of quality assurance issues.

6. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
a. Keeps abreast of changes in field, new technologies
b. Maintains membership with NSGC and/or governing board.
c. Maintains board eligibility/board certification (ABMG)
d. Attends educational seminars and meetings
e. Functions as a role model for staff by facilitating problem resolution among peers and demonstrating a constructive approach in interactions with staff and management
f. Demonstrates willingness to identify and/or assume activities relative to the ongoing development of the unit
g. Self-caring to reduce compassion fatigue

7. COMMUNICATION/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
a. Communicates with staff effectively, resolving conflicts as they arise
b. Brings conflicts to the attention of the Director when appropriate
c. Communicates with patients/families effectively and respectfully

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education - Preferred

MA/MS with specialty in Genetic Counseling preferred
Minimum Work Experience
One to three years of genetic counseling or directly related experience.
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities
Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially in the areas of counseling and sensitivity to people in crisis.

Maintains professional attitude in dealing with patients and staff.

Ability to work in stressful situations within specific time frames while maintaining a professional and calm attitude.

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