Genetics Counselor at Shodair Children's Hospital

Helena, Montana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

74200.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Genetic Counseling, Risk Assessment, Patient Education, Medical History Collection, Family History Interpretation, Psychosocial Assessment, Team Collaboration, Genetic Testing Coordination, Documentation, Resource Connection, Research Participation, Ethical Practice, Patient Autonomy, Communication, Organization, Adaptability

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description About the Role Shodair Children’s Hospital seeks a Genetic Counselor to provide counseling, risk assessment, and education for patients across Montana. This role includes outreach travel and close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities Provide genetic counseling in clinic and outreach settings. Collect and interpret medical, family, and psychosocial histories. Coordinate and interpret genetic testing. Educate patients on risks, recurrence, and testing options. Document all care in the EMR and produce counseling reports. Deliver genetics education and develop patient materials. Connect families with appropriate resources. Participate in research and uphold all ethical and regulatory standards. Ideal Candidate Warm, professional, and patient-centered. Strong communicator and team collaborator. Skilled in psychosocial assessment and genetic risk interpretation. Organized, adaptable, and comfortable with regular statewide travel. Committed to ethical practice and patient autonomy. Why Join Shodair? You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to improving access to mental health services for children and families across Montana. Shodair offers comprehensive benefits including student loan assistant, 6% 403b employer paid contribution, paid medical and vision insurance, sick leave, and much more. This position starts at $74,200.00 annually. Requirements Required Education & Experience Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling. Certification & Licensure Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) through the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Active Genetic Counselor license in Montana and any additional states as required.

Responsibilities

The Genetic Counselor will provide genetic counseling in clinic and outreach settings, collect and interpret medical, family, and psychosocial histories, and educate patients on risks and testing options. They will also document care in the EMR and connect families with appropriate resources.