Genetic Counselor - Medical Genetics/Pediatrics

American Addiction Centers

2 months ago

United States$57.3/hrFull TimePediatrics

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join American Addiction Centers as a Genetic Counselor - Medical Genetics/Pediatrics in United States. Department: 03140 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Pediatrics: Genetics Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F 8-5 Pay Range $38.20 - $57.

Key Responsibilities

will provide compassionate, expert guidance to patients, helping them understand complex clinical and laboratory findings while supporting informed decision-making.

provide compassionate, expert guidance to patients, helping them understand complex clinical and laboratory.

Provide comprehensive genetic counseling and testing, including interpreting clinical and laboratory finding.

provide emotional support, and educate patients on risks, benefits, and implications of genetic procedures t.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of federal, state, and municipal laws and standards related to genetic services.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to navigate sensitive and stressful conversations with diplomacy and tact.

Strong organizational, presentation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits & Compensation

Hourly rate: $57.3/hr.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

Call responsibilities required.

No weekends required.

Apply to join American Addiction Centers as a Genetic Counselor - Medical Genetics/Pediatrics.

Key Skills

Genetic CounselingClinical Findings InterpretationLaboratory Findings InterpretationPatient EducationInformed ConsentRisk AssessmentPsychosocial SupportReferral CoordinationDocumentationTest OrderingResult EvaluationCommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingComputer Proficiency

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Genetic Counselor - Medical Genetics/Pediatrics at American Addiction Centers a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Pediatrics physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

This Pediatrics position at American Addiction Centers is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

This position also offers production-based compensation: $57 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Genetic Counseling, Clinical Findings Interpretation, Laboratory Findings Interpretation, Patient Education, Informed Consent, Risk Assessment, Psychosocial Support, Referral Coordination. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Genetic Counselor will provide comprehensive genetic counseling and testing, which involves interpreting clinical and laboratory findings and communicating results to patients and providers. Essential duties also include assessing psychosocial needs, providing emotional support, and coordinating...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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