Genetic Counselor: Patient-Focused Care & Education

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide advanced genetic counseling, education, and support to patients, families, and research participants at our Boston-area location.

The role combines direct patient care with collaboration across disciplines, opportunities for professional development, and contributions to initiatives enhancing clinical programs and patient access. Master’s in Genetic Counseling and 3–5 years of experience required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Genetic Counseling required.
• Genetic Counselor license required.
• 3–5 years of experience in genetics required.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced genetic counseling, education, and support to patients, families, and research participants.
• Reviews personal and family medical histories, assesses genetic risk, and helps patients understand their options and care plans.
• Coordinates genetic testing workflows, including appropriate documentation, consent, and communication and disclosure of results.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Participates in clinical education, training, and professional development activities to expand knowledge and expertise.
• Provides mentorship and training to peers and trainees and supervises trainees as appropriate.
• Contributes to process improvement initiatives designed to strengthen clinical programs, workflows, and patient care.
• Supports advocacy and patient access initiatives that help improve the patient experience and access to genetic services.

Skills

Patient-centered communication

Verbal & written communication

Documentation

Genetics knowledge

Research protocols

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Genetic Counseling

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide advanced genetic counseling, education, and support to patients, families, and research participants at our Boston-area location.

The role combines direct patient care with collaboration across disciplines, opportunities for professional development, and contributions to initiatives enhancing clinical programs and patient access. Master’s in Genetic Counseling and 3–5 years of experience required.