Genetic Counsellor

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore General Hospital is seeking a Genetic Counsellor to support the cardiovascular genetics service. You'll provide expert counselling, manage patient intakes, and coordinate genetic testing, working in a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Genetic Counselling and relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ relevant clinical experience in genetic counselling.
• Strong clinical expertise and communication skills are required.
• Demonstrated computer literacy in relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive genetic counselling services for patients.
• Manage patient intakes and analyse genetic variants.
• Coordinate testing processes and provide genetic education to healthcare professionals.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Patient confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling

Tools

MS Office

Databases

Pedigree drawing software

Job description

The National Heart Centre Singapore is seeking a Genetic Counsellor to join our multidisciplinary clinical team. This role involves delivering comprehensive genetic counselling services for patients referred to the cardiovascular genetics service, including both pre- and post-counselling, for hereditary cardiac conditions.

As a Genetic Counsellor, you will manage patient intakes, analyse genetic variants, coordinate testing processes, and deliver clear counselling guidance. Working closely with our multidisciplinary medical team, you will handle referrals, contribute to research initiatives, and provide genetic education to healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and maintain high standards of patient confidentiality and ethical practice.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling (or equivalent).
• At least 2 years’ relevant clinical experience with demonstrated competency in genetic counselling.
• Demonstrated computer literacy with experience in MS Office, databases, presentations, and pedigree drawing software.