Genetics Counsellor Clinical Pathway Coordinator

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon is seeking a Genetics Counsellor to join the Genetic Specialty Clinic. You will coordinate referrals, prepare families for assessment, and provide genetic counselling across clinics under the supervision of leaders in Medical Genetics and Ambulatory Services.

Preference given to HSAS members per collective agreement. This full-time temporary role requires workdays, travel within the province, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team in a

Qualifications

• Master of Genetic Counselling/Genetics required.
• Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary genetics services.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a genetics program including referrals and follow-up.
• Assist in genetic counselling in clinics and educate staff.
• Develop and implement division policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Variety of computer programs

Education

Master of Genetic Counselling/Genetics

Job description

Position #: 178536

Expected Start Date: TBD

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Genetic Specialty Clinic

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: September 30, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Genetics Counsellor $39.866 to $48.761

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Under the direction of the head of Medical Genetics and the manager of Ambulatory Services, the Genetics Counsellor participates in the coordination of a genetics program involving screening and accepting patient referrals, preparation and follow-up of families for genetic assessment, assisting in genetic counselling in all genetics clinics; counselling, teaching and liaison with other related fields and professionals, as members of the genetics team. The individual participates in formulation and implementation of policies and procedures of the division. \"Preference for this position will be given to HSAS membersin accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement\"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Multi-Site: Yes

Education

• Master of Genetic Counselling/Genetics

Competencies

• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills
• Advanced - Computer skills
• Advanced - Variety of computer programs

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work independently

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/