Genetic Counsellor Assistant

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) is recruiting a Genetic Counsellor Assistant to support the Genetics Program at Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto. The role involves coordinating genetic clinics, collecting medical and family history, and assisting with case preparation and data management.

As part of an inter‑professional team, you will help integrate genetic services into patient care, maintain pedigrees, and liaise with labs and providers.

Qualifications

• BSc in Biology or Genetics or in a health care field.
• Knowledge of genetics principles and theory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Previous related experience in a clinical genetics setting is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and to deal with changes in tasks with short notice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient scheduling, appointment logistics, and clinic activities in support of genetic counsellor clinics.
• obtain, organize, and summarize relevant medical and family history information from a variety of sources.
• Contact patients, families, healthcare providers, and laboratories to obtain additional information.
• Construct and update family pedigrees.
• Track genetic testing, laboratory results, and Ministry of Health funding applications.
• Support case preparation and follow‑up activities to facilitate patient assessments.
• Maintain clinical databases and perform data entry and data quality activities.

Skills

Genetics knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Independent work

Education

BSc in Biology or Genetics or health care field

Job description

UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members. UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement role: New
Site: Princess Margaret Hospital
Department: Genetics Program
Reports to: Manager, Genetics Program
Salary:Salary: $25.11 - $31.39 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Weekdays, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: August 4, 2026

Position Summary

As an integral member of the inter‑professional team, the Genetic Counsellor Assistant (GCA) supports the delivery of high‑quality, patient‑centred genetic services in accordance with established standards, policies, and evidence‑based practices.

The UHN Genetics Program provides genetic assessment, counselling, and testing services to individuals and families with, or at risk for, inherited conditions. The Genetic Counsellor Assistant will work closely with genetic counsellors embedded within specialty clinical programs to support patient care, facilitate coordination of genetic services, and contribute to the efficient management of clinical workflows.

Duties

• Coordinate patient scheduling, appointment logistics, and clinic activities in support of genetic counsellor clinics.
• Obtain, organize, and summarize relevant medical and family history information from a variety of sources.
• Contact patients, families, healthcare providers, and laboratories to obtain additional information, as required.
• Construct and update family pedigrees.
• Track genetic testing, laboratory results, and Ministry of Health funding applications.
• Support case preparation and follow‑up activities to facilitate patient assessments.
• Maintain clinical databases and perform data entry and data quality activities.
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned.

• BSc in Biology or Genetics or in a health care field
• Knowledge of genetics principles and theory
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Previous related experience in a clinical genetics setting is an asset
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and to deal with changes in tasks with short notice

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.