Genetics Counselor
Genetics Counselor
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16-08-2025
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Position at Norwalk Hospital Association
Genetics Counselor - Norwalk CT
Full-time Monday - Friday. Variable hours: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Summary:
THIS POSITION WILL BE PRIMARILY ON-SITE PATIENT FACING.
Provide genetic counseling to patients perform risk assessment for various genetic diseases. Provide verbal and written reports to physicians.
Responsibilities:
- Genetic Counseling: Take full family and medical histories and document in patients record. Counsel patients for specific indications as per protocols. Follow-up as needed (interpret results of testing).
- Coordination of Services: Arrange follow-up services after amniocentesis or other lab work. Record and report results to all parties. Participate in lab meetings to discuss abnormal results. Discuss cases periodically with physician supervisor.
- Education and Research: Research pertinent medical information for patients and physicians; medical records medical journals. Attend rounds at Norwalk Hospital or other cancer centers. Attend at least one conference per year. Assist with planning educational in-services.
- Doctor/Patient Communication: Draft clear informative letters and chart notes to document in person counseling and follow-up. Do phone consults on specific genetic risk giving to medical staff.
- Promotion and marketing: Draft letters and other material updating physicians we serve about genetic issues and new testing. Design brochures for physicians offices etc. Promote program to community (i.e.: health fairs etc.).
- Special Projects: Initiate and complete two projects per year to enhance our service and or patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Qualifications:
- M.S. in Genetic Counseling and zero to six months experience required; one to two years of experience preferred.
- Board Certification by the American College of Medical Genetics preferred.
- Excellent verbal written and interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions:
Manual: Little or no manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 392
Department: Cancer Center
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $33.66 - $67.05 Hourly commensurate with experience
Employment Type
Full Time
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