Genetic Counsellor

KK Women's & Children's Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Singapore is looking for a Genetic Counsellor to join its multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on delivering genetic counselling, managing patient intakes, and providing education to healthcare professionals, requiring strong expertise in genetics and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling or equivalent.
• 2 years’ relevant clinical experience in genetic counselling.
• Competency in using databases and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive genetic counselling services.
• Manage patient intakes and analyze genetic variants.
• Coordinate testing processes and provide genetic education.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Communication

Patient confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling

Tools

MS Office

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.