Prenatal Genetic Counselor: Risk Assessment & Education

Beacon Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Indiana seeks a genetic counselor to provide counseling and education to patients and families in prenatal and preconception settings, assess inherited risks, and support informed decision making while managing a caseload.

You will collaborate with medical genetics staff, coordinate tests and referrals, document in EMR, and participate in outreach and quality initiatives. A Master’s in Genetic Counseling and ABMG/ABGC certification or eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in genetic counseling is required.
• Minimum of two years' experience as a genetic counselor preferred.
• ABMG/ABGC board certification or eligibility is required; must obtain certification within two years if eligible.
• Perinatology experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide genetic counseling and education to patients and families.
• Assess hereditary risk and discuss interventions and prevention strategies.
• Manage caseload and follow-up care.
• Coordinate testing and referrals to genetic specialists and laboratories.
• Document in EMR and maintain patient records.
• Collaborate with Medical Genetics Specialist as needed and support education sessions.

Skills

Genetic counseling

Patient education

Risk assessment

EMR documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling

ABMG/ABGC board certification or eligibility

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Beacon Health System in Indiana seeks a genetic counselor to provide counseling and education to patients and families in prenatal and preconception settings, assess inherited risks, and support informed decision making while managing a caseload.

You will collaborate with medical genetics staff, coordinate tests and referrals, document in EMR, and participate in outreach and quality initiatives. A Master’s in Genetic Counseling and ABMG/ABGC certification or eligibility are required.