Genetic Counselor
Listed compensation
$112k-$167k
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.
Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD
Position Overview
Under general supervision, responsible for providing genetic counseling to all assigned clients.
Oversee and participate in the counseling of patients on all genetically related matters including: risk assessment, overview of genetic testing, test results and implications, suggested follow-up and clinical trials enrollment. Works to continue to expand genetic testing and counseling services offered to patients.
Responsible for maintaining professional relationships with referring clinicians, excellent patient service and educating both the community and clinical members on genetic counseling and testing updates.
Expected to Be in the Office 2-3 Days a Week
Job Description
Education
- Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
- Master's: Genetic Counseling
- Credentialing must be completed within 45 days of hire prior to billing
Certification & Licensure
CGC-Certified Genetic Counselor
Typical Experience
2 year recent relevant experience
Skills and Knowledge
Understanding of clinical applications and standards necessary to provide comprehensive, current genetic services and counseling.
- Familiar with input and data retrieval on computer database.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, good writing ability.
- Knowledge and experience in the area of teamwork with health professionals.
Job Shift
Days
Schedule: Full Time
Days of the Week
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements
None
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status: Exempt
Weekly Hours
40
Employee Status
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $111,592.00 to $167,398.40 / annual salary. Genetic Counselor III Pay Range is $59.02 to $88.53 / annual salary.
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for providing genetic counseling, including risk assessment, test result interpretation, and clinical trial enrollment. Works to expand genetic services while maintaining professional relationships with referring clinicians and educating the community.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Genetic Counseling and CGC certification. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent relevant experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Genetic Counselor at Sutter Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Genetic Counseling — ranked against 37 active Genetic Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.
Genetic Counseling — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Genetic Counseling listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 26% have no call, 72% require no weekends — this position is remote.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$139k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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