Genetic Counselor II
Listed compensation
$85.9K - $102.1K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.
At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:
- Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
- Family-focused benefits
- Wellness incentives
- Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
- And more
- Description
Responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provides genetic counseling services to individuals and families according to established practices, policies and procedures within the context of the department's genetic clinics and programs including, but not limited to, general genetics clinics, metabolic disease clinics, specialty clinics, prenatal/preconception clinics, cancer risk assessment clinics, outreach clinics, Newborn Screening program, Nutrition Program, Lysosomal Storage Disease Program, and Infusion Center.
Supports genetic laboratory operations through coordination of diagnostic lab testing, result reporting and consultation with patients and clients.
- Assists with training students, interns, residents, fellows and volunteers.
- Participates in genetic research initiatives as required by program leaders.
- Supports clinical and research initiatives through local, regional or national presentations, publications and teaching opportunities.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited ABGC training program.
- Board certification as a Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.
- One year of experience as a genetic counselor or related experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.
Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited ABGC training program and board certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Candidates must have at least one year of relevant experience in genetic counseling.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Genetic Counseling — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 18% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Genetic Counselor II at Emory Healthcare a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Genetic Counseling — ranked against 38 active Genetic Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc.
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