Genetic Counselor Maternal Fetal Medicine

Ascension•Pensacola, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Sacred Heart is seeking a Genetic Counselor to join their Maternal Fetal Medicine department in Pensacola, FL. This full-time, day shift position involves leading comprehensive genetic counseling services and coordinating specialized screening programs. The role focuses on identifying families at risk for genetic disorders, birth defects, and inherited conditions. The Genetic Counselor will assist in diagnosing genetic problems and developing personalized, long-term counseling plans to guide families through their care journey.

Requirements

Counselor specializing in Genetics credentialed from the Florida Department of Health obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date required.
Master Science in Genetic Counseling
ABGC - American Board of Genetic Counseling

Nice To Haves

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

Lead the provision of comprehensive genetic counseling services and coordinate specialized screening programs for patients.
Apply expertise within the Maternal Fetal Medicine department, focusing on identifying families at risk for genetic disorders, birth defects, or a variety of other inherited conditions.
Assist with the diagnosis of genetic problems and collaboratively develop personalized, short and long-term counseling plans that guide families through their care journey.
Provide comprehensive genetic counseling services, coordinate specialized screening programs, assist with the diagnosis of genetic problems and collaboratively develop personalized, long-term counseling plans.
Apply expertise in Maternal Fetal Medicine to identify and assess families at risk for genetic disorders and birth defects.