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Genetic Counselor (NE)

Genetic CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$96K–$144K /yr

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Genetic Counselor (NE) provides general genetic counseling, and/or pre-and post-testing support for genetic testing. Collects appropriate clinical and family information necessary for risk assessment, identifying appropriate testing, interpretation and follow-up of test results. If appropriate under specific state licensure, can order and coordinate genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic, laboratory studies as appropriate for a genetic assessment.

Serves as a resource to health care providers, laboratories and support staff regarding genetic testing and follow-up.

Participates in the planning, integration, and evaluation of the Genetic Counseling program and services. Acts as a liaison to internal and external providers and provides ongoing education relative to genetic counseling services provided at Mayo Clinic. Plays an active role in supervision of genetic counseling graduate students, genetic fellows, and other students and trainees seeking genetic knowledge, when applicable.

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.

Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.

Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Key Responsibilities

The Genetic Counselor provides general genetic counseling and support for genetic testing, including risk assessment and follow-up of test results. They also serve as a resource for healthcare providers and participate in the planning and evaluation of genetic counseling services.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Master of Science or Master of Arts in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program and be ABGC certified. Effective communication skills and knowledge of medical genetics are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Organizational SkillsClinical GeneticsLaboratory GeneticsPatient CareCase ManagementABGC CertificationDiagnostic StudiesFamily Information Collection

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Genetic Counselor (NE) at Mayo Clinic a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Genetic Counselor roles — ranked against 92 active Genetic Counselor roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Genetic Counselor roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 92 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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