Genetics Counselor

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a skilled Genetic Counselor to counsel patients and families about hereditary conditions, testing procedures, and results. This role collaborates with medical directors and fellow clinicians to translate complex genetic information into understandable guidance for patients and families.

The position emphasizes compassionate communication, confidentiality, and the ability to organize and plan care pathways while connecting patients with available medical interventions,

Qualifications

• Graduate degree required; Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling or related field.
• Board certified or eligible for Genetic Counseling.
• Ability to explain genetic testing procedures and results in patient-friendly terms.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Counsel patients and families about genetic diseases, testing procedures, and results.
• Collaborate with medical director and other clinicians regarding information discussed with patients.
• Provide access to resources for medical interventions, grief counseling, and follow-up as needed.

Skills

interpret genetic test procedures

discuss genetic diseases with patients

clear patient communication

confidentiality

organize and plan work

collaborate with clinicians

Education

Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling

Job description

What We Offer

Counsels patients and families about genetic diseases, genetic testing procedures and test results; works in association with medical director and other clinicians regarding the information discussed with patients. Provides access to resources for medical interventions, grief counseling, and supportive follow-up as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Graduate Degree, required. Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling or related field.
• Experience: One year of cancer genetic counseling experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Board certified or eligible for Genetic Counseling, required. American Board of Genetic Counseling OR the American Board of Medical Genetics, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Possess sufficient knowledge to interpret and discuss genetic test procedures, results and genetic diseases in terms understandable by patients. Possess management skills to accept responsibility and make decisions. Promote and maintain compatible working relationships among personnel in the section. Communicate well with other health care professionals, patients and families. Effective communication skills listening, writing, talking, and reading. Ability to maintain patience and confidentiality. Ability to work efficiently and accurately. Ability to organize and plan work.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

192287