Sobre este puesto de Genetic Counselor en Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Genetic Counselor provides advanced genetic counseling, education, and support to patients, families, and research participants who may have or be at risk for genetic conditions or variations. This role combines direct patient care with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, support professional development, and contribute to initiatives that enhance clinical programs and patient access.Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides advanced genetic counseling, education, and support to patients, families, and research participants.
-Reviews personal and family medical histories, assesses genetic risk, and helps patients understand their options and care plans.
-Coordinates genetic testing workflows, including appropriate documentation, consent, and communication and disclosure of results.
-Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support comprehensive, patient-centered care.
-Participates in clinical education, training, and professional development activities to expand knowledge and expertise.
-Provides mentorship and training to peers and trainees and supervises trainees as appropriate.
-Contributes to process improvement initiatives designed to strengthen clinical programs, workflows, and patient care.
-Supports advocacy and patient access initiatives that help improve the patient experience and access to genetic services.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's degree in Genetic Counseling required.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
- Genetic Counselor [State License] - Generic - HR Only required.
Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in genetics required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong patient-centered communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex genetic information clearly and compassionately.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
- Analytical skills and a strong understanding of molecular genetics and general chemistry.
- Ability to follow detailed clinical and survey research protocols with accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$79,664.00 - $119,787.20/Annual
Grade
6
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
