PS Genetic Counselor, Temporary License

University of Utah; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

The University of Utah Department of Pediatrics seeks a Genetic Counselor with a temporary license to join the team under the Division of Pediatric Neurology. The role involves providing genetic counseling, education, risk assessment, counseling, support, and follow-up for individuals and families with genetic health concerns.

The position supports genetic counseling services and research across multiple pediatric specialties and requires supervision by a Licensed Genetic Counselor.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program.
• Current Temporary Genetic Counselor License required (18 months).
• Licensed supervision for learning critical clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs genetic risk assessments by collecting and evaluating medical and family histories.
• Explains testing options, procedures and results; provides psychosocial support.
• Works with health care team to develop and implement the care plan.
• Participates in newborn screening follow-up and reporting to health authorities.
• Contributes to education, research and clinical activities within Pediatric Neurology.

Skills

Genetic counseling

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling

Current Temporary Genetic Counselor License in Utah

Job description

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Due to the nature of the position, some weekend and evening work may be required based on operational needs.

VP Area

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $78,167 - $92,500

Close Date

Close Date 11/05/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Department of Pediatrics is looking for a Genetic Counselor to join our team. This position provides genetic counseling services and supports clinical genetic projects and research efforts within the Department of Pediatrics. Clinical genetic counseling practice areas include but are not limited to medical genetics and pediatric sub-specialty clinics. The Genetic Counselor provides education, risk assessment, counseling, support, and follow-up to individuals and families who have or may have genetic health conditions. This position will help support genetic counseling services and research across multiple pediatric specialties and is housed under the Division of Pediatric Neurology.

The Genetic Counselor, Temporary License is responsible for providing information and support to families and will focus on one of the following areas under the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor: Leukodystrophy and Epilepsy, Inpatient Neurology, and General Neurology. The area of assignment will be determined during the hiring process. Identifies, investigates, interprets, and communicates potential risk factors and provides support and counseling to families and patients by referring them to relevant support services under the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor. A temporary Genetic Counseling License is required for this position and is only good for 18 months, after which time the candidate must have a full Genetic Counseling License. This position is supervised by a Licensed Genetic Counselor while learning the nuances involved with genetic services. The level of autonomy is limited in this learning role.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Essential Functions

The essential functions of the Genetic Counselor, Temporary License position will be performed with the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor. The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Performs genetic risk assessments by collecting and evaluating medical and family histories.
• Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patients, medical records and resource materials.
• Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature and incorporates it into clinical practice.
• Explains testing options, procedures, test results and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed.
• Works with health care team in development and implementation of the care plan.
• Advises patients and families regarding financial and community resources.
• Evaluates outcomes and modifies testing or medical recommendations.
• Facilitates involvement of treatment team members, timely reports and scheduling of team conferences.
• Assist with prior authorization, working with family and payor to ensure appropriate testing is ordered.
• Participate in newborn screening follow-up, including counseling of newly identified families and reporting information back to the department of health for conditions referred to pediatric neurology.
• Participates in University of Utah Genetic Counseling Graduate Program, including clinical rotation supervision, teaching, research or other program activities.

Job will support other at need divisions as well on request but be housed within the division of Neurology.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects involving patient care or medical equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

Current Temporary Genetic Counselor License in the State of Utah.
Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

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Additional Information

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