Key Facts

Remote From:

Massachusetts (USA)

Category: Counselor

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Genetic Counseling Clinical Practices Outcome Interpretation

Other Skills

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Communication
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Leadership
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Ethical Standards And Conduct
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Social Skills
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Critical Thinking
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Problem Solving
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Organizational Skills
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Teamwork
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Detail Oriented
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Collaboration

Roles & Responsibilities

Master's degree in Genetic Counseling required or Master's degree in a related field required
Current State Genetic Counselor License required
3–5 years of genetic counseling experience required
Comprehensive knowledge of genetic counseling principles, clinical practices, and ethical standards

Requirements:

Provide genetic counseling to assess inherited risk, explain diagnoses, discuss testing options, and support patients and families
Mentor and support genetic counselors through clinical guidance and professional development
Partner with hospital leadership and interdisciplinary stakeholders to develop and maintain genetic counseling policies and best practices
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and lab professionals to integrate genetic counseling into comprehensive patient care

Brigham and Women's Hospital

About Brigham and Women's Hospital

Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in virtually every area of medicine and has been the site of pioneering breakthroughs that have improved lives around the world. A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BWH has a legacy of excellence that continues to grow. With two outstanding hospitals, over 150 outpatient practices, and over 1,200 physicians, we serve patients from New England, throughout the United States, and from 120 countries around the world. The BWH name is a reflection of our history. In 1980 three of Boston’s oldest and most prestigious Harvard Medical School teaching hospitals - the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, the Robert Breck Brigham Hospital, and the Boston Hospital for Women – merged to form Brigham and Women’s Hospital. As a national leader in improving health care quality and safety, we have helped to develop some of the industry’s best practices including computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to prevent medication errors. The CPOE is now a nationally-accepted safety practice. The BWH Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world and the second largest recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among independent hospitals in the United States. BWH has long had great success in research as measured by the number of important discoveries made, the size and scope of its research portfolio and the volume of publications annually. BWH is a training ground for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. We have 1,100 trainees in over 140 of the most sought after training programs in the world, and also host Harvard Medical School students in rotations throughout our programs. As our global health services expand, our clinical trainees have rich opportunities to contribute and learn in challenging environments around the world. Brigham and Women's Hospital is an EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer.

Founded: 2018

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Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary

Partner with patients, families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to assess genetic risk, interpret testing results, and provide education and counseling to support informed healthcare decisions.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions

-Provide genetic counseling to assess inherited risk, explain diagnoses, discuss testing options, and support patients and families in understanding available care and management strategies.
-Mentor and support genetic counselors through clinical guidance, case consultation, and professional development.
-Partner with hospital leadership and interdisciplinary stakeholders to develop, implement, and maintain genetic counseling policies, protocols, and best practices.
-Lead quality improvement initiatives by monitoring outcomes, evaluating performance metrics, and identifying opportunities to enhance patient care and service delivery.
-Collaborate with physicians, nurses, laboratory professionals, and other members of the care team to integrate genetic counseling into comprehensive patient care.
-Interpret genetic test results and communicate findings, implications, and next steps in a clear, compassionate, and understandable manner.

Qualifications

Education

Master's degree in Genetic Counseling required, or
Master's degree in a related field required
Experience cannot be substituted for the required degree.

Licensure

Current State Genetic Counselor License required

Experience

3–5 years of genetic counseling experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of genetic counseling principles, clinical practices, and ethical standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams and provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
Ability to interpret complex genetic information and communicate results clearly to patients, families, and healthcare providers with varying levels of genetic literacy.
Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring and supporting genetic counselors while contributing to program development and clinical best practices.
Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$96,886.40 - $140,899.20/Annual

Grade

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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