Genetic Counseling Intern - Amberpet, Hyderabad

Position Overview

DNA Labs India is seeking motivated undergraduate and graduate students to join our comprehensive Genetic Counseling Internship Program. This immersive experience is designed to provide aspiring genetic counselors with hands-on exposure to clinical genetics, genomics, and the essential skills required for effective genetic counseling practice. Working under the direct supervision of certified genetic counselors and medical geneticists, interns will gain valuable experience in both clinical and research environments.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Support Activities

• Assist with

  case preparation

  for upcoming patient appointments and genetic counseling sessions
• Conduct

  pre-clinic telephone calls

  to obtain comprehensive medical and family histories from patients
• Create and analyze

  pedigrees

  using standardized genetic symbols and documentation methods
• Support

  genetic test ordering

  processes and coordinate with laboratory services
• Provide

  results follow-up

  communications to patients and healthcare providers
• Maintain accurate patient records while ensuring compliance with healthcare privacy regulations

Research and Administrative Duties

• Participate in ongoing

  research projects

  including data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation
• Assist with

  literature reviews

  and evidence-based research initiatives
• Perform essential

  clerical duties

  including documentation, filing, and administrative support
• Attend and contribute to

  journal clubs

  and case discussion meetings
• Support quality improvement initiatives within the genetic counseling department

Learning and Development

• Shadow experienced genetic counselors during patient consultations across multiple specialties
• Observe

  real-time genetic counseling sessions

  to understand patient interaction dynamics
• Participate in

  mock counseling sessions

  to practice essential communication skills
• Attend educational seminars on genetic conditions, testing technologies, and counseling techniques

Required Qualifications

Educational Background

• Bachelor's degree

  in health sciences, psychology, biology, genetics, or related field
• Currently enrolled undergraduate students in relevant programs will be considered
• Completion of

  college-level genetics course

  is required