Genetic Counselor - OBGYN

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide compassionate education, counseling, and risk assessment for patients with genetic conditions and prenatal concerns. You will work within a multidisciplinary team across various clinics, delivering personalized care in a setting that supports research, teaching, and community service.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, discussing testing options, and coordinating follow-up care with physicians and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Genetic Counseling is required.
• State license as Genetic Counselor is required.
• 1–2 years of genetics experience preferred.
• Cover letter is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess individual and family risk for genetic conditions and birth defects.
• Review medical records and obtain detailed family histories.
• Provide personalized education, counseling, and risk assessment.
• Explain genetic screening and diagnostic testing options and results.
• Coordinate additional testing, referrals, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines for comprehensive patient care.
• Respond to questions from patients, families, and staff.
• Contribute to development of patient education materials and protocols.

Skills

Genetic counseling

Patient education

Risk assessment

Interpreting genetic tests

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in Genetic Counseling

Job description

• Carrier screening

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

The Genetic Counselor provides compassionate genetic education, counseling, risk assessment, and support to patients and families who have genetic conditions, birth defects, or may be at risk for inherited conditions.

This role works as part of a multidisciplinary care team and supports patients across a variety of specialty clinics and clinical settings. Areas of practice may include General Genetics, Metabolic, Bone Marrow Transplant, Cystic Fibrosis, Hearing Loss, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Neurofibromatosis, Disorders of Sexual Development, and other specialty programs.

Reproductive Genetic Counselors at MGH are members of a multidisciplinary team providing compassionate, personalized care to patients and families navigating preconception and prenatal genetic concerns.

Counseling May Address a Variety Of Topics, Including

• Preimplantation genetic testing and screening
• A previous pregnancy or infant with a genetic syndrome or birth defect
• Carrier screening
• Screening for chromosomal abnormalities
• Prenatal ultrasound findings
• Diagnostic testing
• Family history of birth defects or genetic conditions
• Advanced maternal age
• Consanguinity

Essential Functions

• Assess individual and family risk for genetic conditions, inherited disorders, and birth defects.
• Review medical records and obtain detailed family and pregnancy histories.
• Provide individualized education, counseling, and risk assessment based on available clinical and genetic information.
• Explain genetic screening and diagnostic testing options, including potential benefits, limitations, and results.
• Evaluate and interpret relevant genetic and medical literature and evidence for gene-disease associations.
• Review and interpret genetic testing results and communicate findings clearly to patients, families, and referring clinicians.
• Coordinate additional genetic testing, referrals, and follow-up care as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare providers, and other disciplines to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Respond to genetic counseling-related questions and inquiries from patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of patient consents, genetic counseling protocols, standard operating procedures, and patient education materials.
• Support ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and delivery of genetic counseling services.

Cover letter required.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s Degree in Genetic Counseling required.
• Experience cannot be substituted for the required degree.

Licenses and Credentials

• Genetic Counselor [State License] required.

Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in genetics preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Knowledge of molecular genetics and general chemistry.
• Ability to interpret and apply genetic and clinical information accurately.
• Ability to follow established protocols and procedures, including detailed research protocols.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

32 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$66,518.40 - $104,509.60/Annual

Grade

5

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EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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