Genetic Counsellor

NATIONAL HEART CENTRE OF SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Heart Centre in Singapore is seeking an experienced Genetic Counsellor to deliver comprehensive counselling services for hereditary cardiac conditions. The role involves managing patient intakes, analyzing genetic variants, and coordinating testing processes while maintaining high standards of patient confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling and at least 2 years of relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant clinical experience.
• Experience with computer literacy for various software.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical expertise

Excellent communication skills

Patient confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Database management

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:

1. Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling (or equivalent).

2. At least 2 years’ relevant clinical experience with demonstrated competency in genetic counselling.

3. Demonstrated computer literacy with experience in MS office, databases, presentations and pedigree drawing software.