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Genetic Clinical Counselor I - Pediatrics Genetics

Washington University in St. Louis·Ann Arbor, Michigan

$64,300 - $99,700/yr·Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly
·0-2 yrs
·Posted 12 days ago
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About the role

Provide genetic counseling and education for pediatric neurology patients and their families, including coordinating laboratory tests and disclosing results. Integrate diagnostic studies with family history to assess genetic risk factors and implement comprehensive treatment plans.

Location: Saint louis, mo 63110

Scheduled hours: 40

Position Summary

This is a pediatric neurology genetic counselor position. Works as members of the WUSM healthcare team, providing genetic counseling/education for patients and families including identifying, ordering, and coordinating genetic laboratory tests and results disclosure as appropriate for the genetic assessment. Integrates genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate genetic risk factors and clinical implications. Able to work independently, and with other providers, such as medical geneticists.

Job Description

Primary

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Elicits individual and family histories and information regarding the psychological and socioeconomic status of the family.
  • Reviews with the family and clinical geneticist the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment planned.
  • Transmits pertinent information about genetic risks and mechanism.
  • Assists the family in assimilating the genetic information and adjusting to its implications.
  • Implements the treatment plan and makes appropriate referrals to medical, nursing, social work and psychological services.
  • Provides follow-up support to patients and their families.
  • Summarizes findings for patients and referring physicians.
  • Participates in the education of parents, community groups, physicians, medical professionals, agencies, staff and students regarding human genetics.
  • Facilitates provision of services, including intake and clinic organization.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of ongoing clinical investigations in genetics.

Working Conditions

  • Job Location/Working Conditions
  • Normal office environment
  • Physical Effort
  • Typically sitting at desk or table
  • Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
  • Equipment
  • Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required qualifications

Education

Master's degree - Genetic Counseling

Certifications/Professional Licenses

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Genetic Counselor - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), Certified Genetic Counselor - American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMG)

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More about this job

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree from an accredited genetic counseling program.
  • Must be board certified in genetic counseling by the either the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) or the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or eligible to obtain certification within a year of graduation.
  • Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Competent in interviewing and counseling techniques to elicit from patients or family the information necessary to reach appropriate conclusion.
  • Knowledge of genetic and mathematics principles to understand the limitations, interpretations and significance of specialized laboratory and genetic procedures.
  • Ability to anticipate areas of difficulty and conflict, to help families and individuals recognize and cope with their emotional and psychological needs and to recognize situations requiring referral and to transmit pertinent information effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Clinical Investigations, Effective Written Communication, Family Support, Genetic Counseling, Genetic Studies, Human Genetics, Interpersonal Communication, Interview Techniques, Laboratory Processes, Mathematics, Oral Communications, Patient Education, Treatment Plans

GRADE

C12

Salary Range

$64,300.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ [https://hr.wustl.edu/careers/external-applicant-faq/].

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu [CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits: Statement

Personal

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

  • Wellness
  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit

https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ [https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/]

Eeo statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree from an accredited genetic counseling program and board certification from ABMG or ABGC (or eligibility within one year). Basic Life Support certification is also mandatory.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Patient Education
  • Family Support
  • Mathematics
  • Treatment Plans
  • Human Genetics
  • Effective Written Communication
  • Oral Communications
  • Interview Techniques
  • Genetic Counseling
  • Laboratory Processes
  • Clinical Investigations
  • Genetic Studies

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$64,300 - $99,700/yr
Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Application
Employer website
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