PS Genetic Counselor, Temporary License

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah seeks a full-time Temporary Licensed Genetic Counselor to provide comprehensive genetic counseling services for genetic conditions. Under supervision, you will identify risks, interpret data, and support families with testing options and referrals.

Temporary license required for 18 months; must obtain full license thereafter. The role includes reporting, documentation, and collaboration with pediatric administration teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program or equivalent.
• Experience with genetic counseling services a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient/family genetic risk assessment and reviews records.
• Interprets information and communicates risks and options to families.
• Coordinates referrals for testing and support services.
• Documents consultations and keeps case notes.

Education

Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling

Tools

Licensed Genetic Counselor License

Job description

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.

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 11/28/2026

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

Job Summary

Job Summary:

The Division of Medical Genetics with the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah is seeking a full-time Temporary Licensed Genetic Counselor to provide comprehensive genetic counseling services for genetic conditions. This position 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.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Performs patient/family genetic risk assessment: collects and evaluates medical and family histories; obtains and reviews medical records to confirm reported diagnosis.
• Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patient, medical records, and resource materials.
• Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature from varied sources and incorporates into clinical practice.
• Provides information regarding the etiology, inheritance, incidence/carrier risks, and natural history/prognosis for genetic conditions/diseases; facilitates patients understanding of genetic, medical and psychosocial information including risks, testing options and procedures, test results and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed.
• Formulates genetic testing and/or medical recommendations in collaboration with physicians and team members; facilitates referrals for other family members who seek information; provides medical genetic counseling.
• Implements or facilitates the recommendations based upon the patient-family assessment: coordinates request for laboratory services, analyzes and interprets clinical/laboratory findings and conveys results to patients, physicians and team members; distinguishes complex laboratory results requiring action; seeks appropriate supervision for representation/participation in action; provides reassurance and support to the patient.
• Evaluates patient-family care; writes detailed consultation reports conveying complex genetic concepts to patients and referring health care providers; completes chart notes and keeps statistics on outcome; records patient interactions.
• Assists with prior authorization, working with family and payor to ensure appropriate testing is ordered.
• Participates 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.

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.

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.

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).

Preferences

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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