Genetics Counsellor, CEN Women & Children Program

shn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

OPSEU union

Job summary

Scarborough Health Network in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Genetics Counsellor for the Women & Children Program. The role focuses on prenatal and general genetic counselling, risk assessment, testing options, and patient education within a multidisciplinary team.

Reporting to the Manager, Women and Children's Program, you will provide counselling services, documentation, and follow-up in a patient-centred care environment at Centenary Site. A Masters degree in genetic counselling is required.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in genetic counselling or equivalent.
• Board certified or eligible with CAGC.
• One year of recent prenatal and general genetic counselling experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary regional genetics service.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in a family-centred care environment.
• Provide prenatal and general genetics counselling services and follow-up testing as required.
• Collaborate with physicians and regional genetics centre on referrals and case management.
• Maintain quality assurance and participate in education and committees.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Masters degree in genetic counselling

Board certified or eligible (CAGC)

Job description

Job Title:

Genetics Counsellor, CEN Women & Children Program

Job Category:

Paramedical

Hospital Location:

Centenary Site

Job Type:

Casual, Part time

Number of Positions:

1

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate:

$44.67 - $57.91

Hours:

Days

Union:

OPSEU

Union:

OPSEU

Job Number:

JR107324

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 - 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Women and Children's Program the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating patient care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centred care environment. The Genetic Counsellor is responsible for patient genetic assessment, counselling and support of prenatal patients, follow up as appropriate, documentation, education development, and diagnostic work ups where appropriate. Scarborough Health Network is committed to the deployment of Lean thinking as the fundamental philosophy underpinning our transformation efforts.

Requirements

• Masters degree in genetic counselling or equivalent combination of education and training
• Board certified or Board eligible with Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC)
• One year of recent genetic counselling experience (prenatal and general) preferred
• Ability to work effectively without close supervision and ability to work as part of a Regional Genetics Service
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organization and leadership skills
• Provides prenatal and general genetics counselling services (risk assessment, testing options, booking appropriate procedures, communication of results, provision of education materials)
• Communicates and consults with other health care professionals and functions as a member of the health care team, including the regional genetics centre at North York General Hospital
• Works as part of a team with physician-geneticist by consulting regarding pending referrals, providing patient management throughout the consultation process and arranging follow-up testing as required
• Initiates referrals to hospital and community based programs for required services
• Interprets and implements hospital and departmental policies, programs and procedures as required
• Maintains quality assurance in genetic counselling services
• Participates in continuing medical education
• Serves on committees as requested
• Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public
• Demonstrates good pattern of attendance

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one's personal identity and/or values.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Dis