Hybrid Genetic Counselor, Medical Genetics

Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc. seeks a Genetic Counselor to educate, counsel, and support patients and research participants at risk for genetic conditions.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to explain genetics, testing options, and care decisions, while guiding trainees and contributing to quality improvements. Applicants should have a Master’s in Genetic Counseling and a Massachusetts provisional license, with 0–1 year of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling required, or related field.
• Provisional Genetic Counselor license in Massachusetts required.
• 0–1 year of genetic counseling experience preferred.
• Strong communication and empathy when supporting patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide genetic counseling, education, and support to patients and families.
• Review medical histories, assess genetic risk, discuss testing options.
• Coordinate testing processes, obtain informed consent, disclose results.
• Document encounters accurately and participate in team care.
• Educate trainees and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Empathetic communication

Active listening

Rapport building

Education

Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Genetic Databases

Job description

Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc. seeks a Genetic Counselor to educate, counsel, and support patients and research participants at risk for genetic conditions.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to explain genetics, testing options, and care decisions, while guiding trainees and contributing to quality improvements. Applicants should have a Master’s in Genetic Counseling and a Massachusetts provisional license, with 0–1 year of experience preferred.