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MedStar Health

Genetic Counselor

Pay: $74,214–$134,596/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Baltimore, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Genetic Counselor provides healthcare guidance to individuals based upon genetic factors. Advises patients or relatives at risk of an inherited disorder of the consequences and nature of the disorder, the probability of developing or transmitting it, and the options open to them in management and family planning. Requires a certification in Genetic Counseling.

$83,545 / year median in Maryland

-2% projected decline

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Genetic Counselor MedStar Health - 3.5 Baltimore, MD Job Details Full-time $74,214 - $134,596 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) Master's degree Genetic counseling Full Job Description About this

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Job Summary:

Medstar Health is looking for a Genetic Counselor to join our team! The ideal candidate will have strong verbal and written communication skills. The Genetic Counselor will interview and counsel patients at risk for or affected with genetic disorders. Responsible for pre-, peri-, and post-natal genetic counseling of referred individuals. Takes family, medical, and pregnancy histories, assesses genetic risks, logs information, makes referrals to appropriate specialists, and explains genetic information. Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

Collects genetic information preparing for each patient referred. Explains to patients and their family members genetic risks, diagnosis, and available intervention. Supplies pertinent written information to patients and physicians. Gathers information and utilizes resources from various sources; calculates or cites empiric genetic risks to each individual patient or family member. Gives lectures and educational sessions on genetic counseling and medical genetics issues to residents, staff, and community. Identifies at-risk individuals and offers appropriate tests and referrals to genetic specialists. Interviews patients by taking family, medical, and pregnancy histories to identify significant genetic and environmental risk factors. Maintains patients' files and records, such as number of patients counseled and types of referrals, according to departmental and laboratory standards. Prepares letters to patients and physicians after counseling session. Receives referrals and schedules appointments within a week of referral and logs with accuracy.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Genetic Counseling. American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certification within one year of hire. 2 years genetic counseling experience preferred. This position has a hiring range of : USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.