3 Genetic Counseling Jobs

As a professional genetic counselor, your primary responsibility will be to assist patients and their families in comprehending and adjusting to the medical, psychological, and familial implications of genetic diseases or genetic predispositions. You will engage in various activities such as disease risk evaluation, interpretation of genetic tests, family analysis, counseling intervention, and collaborate closely with medical professionals, laboratories, and patients to enhance the quality of clinical services. Your key responsibilities will include offering genetic counseling services encompassing birth defects, rare diseases, tumor genetics, assisted reproduction, prenatal screening, and other relevant areas. You will be required to assess personal and family medical histories, create family pedigrees, and recognize potential genetic risks. Furthermore, interpreting genetic test results to help patients grasp their clinical significance and potential outcomes will be an essential part of your role. In addition, you will need to educate patients on the pathogenesis, risk assessment, prevention strategies, and treatment options for genetic diseases. You will collaborate with doctors to devise further diagnostic, screening, or intervention plans. Maintaining accurate and confidential genetic counseling reports and medical records will also be part of your responsibilities. Your involvement in interdisciplinary consultations and cooperation with healthcare providers, testing facilities, and psychological counselors will be crucial. It is imperative that you stay updated on the latest advancements and guidelines in genetics and participate in ongoing training and educational activities. To qualify for this role, you must hold a Master's degree or higher in genetics, biomedicine, medicine, nursing, or related fields. Previous experience in genetic counseling or related disciplines is required, along with familiarity with common genetic diseases, testing technologies, and interpretation methods. Possessing a recognized genetic counselor certification is mandatory if applicable in your country or region. Moreover, exceptional communication skills, empathy, adaptability, and the ability to effectively interact with patients and their families are essential. Upholding medical ethics, maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrating a strong sense of professional ethics are prerequisites for this position.,

We are currently looking for an experienced Genetic Counselor candidate (2+ years) who will be meeting Oncologist Doctors within entire Mumbai Business Territories. The ideal candidate should be a Board Certified Genetic Counselor. Role Responsibilities: Develop professional working relationships with Oncologists and become a Clinical Genomic resource for them. Provide pre and post-test genomic counseling to help patients understand the benefits / limitations of testing, test results and make informed medical decisions. Serve as a liaison between the patient and physician to coordinate genomic testing, referrals and communicate the results of testing. You will be knowledgeable about medical practice guidelines for patients at increased risk for cancer. These guidelines address standards for cancer screening and risk reducing measures for high risk individuals. Develop standard presentations (PowerPoints) for use with Oncologists that can be used on a National level. Be available for visits to key Oncologists for formal and informal educational presentations. Responsible for gathering medical genomic information and when relevant, competitive test information for use in: Development and presentation of training presentations for sales. Development and presentation of educational presentations to clients: Healthcare providers and others. Work with Scientific Publications to develop literature for both clinicians and patients for new tests: both written and online. Serve as a consultant to the Health Plan group to educate them, and the Health plans about the clinical utility and uses of specific testing. Contribute to the development of test dossiers to support clinical utility of test offerings. Participate in molecular tumor boards and interdisciplinary meetings as needed. Job Requirements: Minimum of a Masters degree in Genetic Counseling or related field, plus two or more years of related experience is a must. Board Certified as a Genetic Counselor would be preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong presentation skills, outgoing personality. Proven ability to accomplish tasks both independently and as a member of a team. Must have the ability to work effectively with diverse departments within the organization. Ability to travel within Mumbai as per the needs of the business.

We are currently looking for an experienced Genetic Counselor candidate (2+ years) who will be meeting Oncologist Doctors within assigned Business Territories. The ideal candidate should be a Board Certified Genetic Counselor. Role Responsibilities: Develop professional working relationships with Oncologists and become a Clinical Genomic resource for them. Provide pre and post-test genomic counseling to help patients understand the benefits / limitations of testing, test results and make informed medical decisions. Serve as a liaison between the patient and physician to coordinate genomic testing, referrals and communicate the results of testing.You will be knowledgeable about medical practice guidelines for patients at increased risk for cancer. These guidelines address standards for cancer screening and risk reducing measures for high risk individuals. Develop standard presentations (PowerPoints) for use with Oncologists that can be used on a National level. Be available for visits to key Oncologists for formal and informal educational presentations. Responsible for gathering medical genomic information and when relevant, competitive test information for use in: Development and presentation of training presentations for sales. Development and presentation of educational presentations to clients: Healthcare providers and others. Work with Scientific Publications to develop literature for both clinicians and patients for new tests: both written and online. Serve as a consultant to the Health Plan group to educate them, and the Health plans about the clinical utility and uses of specific testing. Contribute to the development of test dossiers to support clinical utility of test offerings. Participate in molecular tumor boards and interdisciplinary meetings as needed. Job Requirements: Minimum of a Masters degree in Genetic Counseling or related field, plus two or more years of related experience is a must. Board Certified as a Genetic Counselor would be preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong presentation skills, outgoing personality. Proven ability to accomplish tasks both independently and as a member of a team. Must have the ability to work effectively with diverse departments within the organization. Ability to travel within Mumbai as per the needs of the business. Location - Mumbai, Delhi - NCR, Bengaluru, Chennai