Pediatric Genetic Counselor I: Family Risk & Testing

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Genetic Counselor I to provide genetic counseling to patients and families, review histories, assess risk, and guide testing decisions.

You will communicate results clearly, help families understand medical and emotional implications, and work with physicians to discuss treatment options and community resources. Collaboration with insurance specialists for benefits and appeals is also expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in genetic counseling or genetics from AC C GC-accredited program with Board Eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide genetic counseling to patients and families, reviewing patient information and family history to assess risk.
• Communicate genetic test results clearly and help families understand implications for medical, psychological, and familial well-being.
• Collaborate with physicians to discuss treatment options and available community resources.
• Coordinate with insurance specialists to understand benefits and assist with appeals and letters of medical necessity.

Skills

Genetic counseling

Excellent communication

Risk assessment

Professionalism & resilience

Education

Master's degree in genetic counseling (ACGC)

Job description

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Genetic Counselor I to provide genetic counseling to patients and families, review histories, assess risk, and guide testing decisions.

You will communicate results clearly, help families understand medical and emotional implications, and work with physicians to discuss treatment options and community resources. Collaboration with insurance specialists for benefits and appeals is also expected.