Lab-Based Genetic Counsellor, Clinical Genomics

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

IWK Health in Halifax, NS is seeking a Genetic Counsellor to join the Clinical Genomics and Clinical Care teams. This permanent, full-time role offers 7.5-hour weekday shifts and a start date ASAP, based at the main campus with potential hybrid arrangements.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Genetic Counselling and be eligible for certification by CACG and/or ABGC. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality genetic services and support clinical

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counselling and certification (or eligible) by CACG and/or ABGC required.
• Experience in a Clinical Laboratory Environment preferred.
• Ability to work independently and review genetic test requests.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams (lab, clinicians, IT).
• Superior written and oral communication; clear documentation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-quality genetic service delivery in lab and clinical settings.
• Educate patients and health professionals about genetic testing.
• Support development of testing workflows and quality improvement.

Skills

Genetic counselling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Scientific writing

Education

Master's Degree in Genetic Counselling

Certification eligible by CACG/ABGC

Job description

Company : IWK Health

Req ID: 222218

Department/Program: Clinical Genomics , Clinical Care & Chief Nursing Executive

Location: O n site at main campus - 5850/5980 University Avenue, Halifax, NS B3K 6R8

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s)

Start Date: ASAP

Union Status: Non-union , Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit

Compensation: $ 45.7463 - $56.0392 / hour

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia . People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values , and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.

Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us. We are located in Mi'kma'ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi'kmaq people. Working in Mi'kma'ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country. Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.

The Opportunity

Genetic counsellors are health professionals with specific training in the field of genetics requiring a Master of Science degree in genetic counselling. With their in-depth training, genetic counsellors are integral members of the Precision Medicine team and contribute significantly to high quality genetic service delivery across laboratory and clinical settings. Genetic counsellors also serve as educators, patient advocates, and a resource with genetic expertise for health professionals.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, 7.5 hour shifts. This position is based at the IWK Main Campus. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered based on operational requirements and mutual agreement.

Your Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counselling, and certification (or eligible for certification) by the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors and/or the American Board of Genetic Counselling required.


• Experience working in a Clinical Laboratory Environment preferred.


• Demonstrated experience working independently required, including the ability to review genetic test requests for clinical appropriateness, interpret genomic findings within established guidelines, and manage multiple lab-based responsibilities.


• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team required, working collaboratively with laboratory scientists, genomic specialists, clinicians, and IT partners to support accurate and timely genetic testing workflows.


• Superior communication and interpersonal skills required, including strong scientific writing abilities and the capacity to prepare clear, concise documentation for laboratory and clinical audiences.


• Experience with classification of genetic variants following published guidelines an asset.


• Experience supporting development of testing algorithms, laboratory policies, quality improvement activities, or research initiatives is considered an asset.


• Competencies in other languages an asset.

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.