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Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is:

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Second Among All Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025) , America's Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
One of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Care- Act as the liaison for clients. Obtain and/or evaluate the medical histories of a client to determine the risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases. Discuss with a client the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases. Identify and/or coordinate genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for genetic assessment. Integrate the results of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic tests with individual and family medical histories. Explain to a client the clinical implications of the results of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic tests. Evaluate the response of a client to one or more genetic conditions or the risk of reoccurrence and provide counseling and guidance. Identify and/or use community resources that provide medical, educational, financial, and psychosocial support and advocacy. Provide medical, genetic, and counseling information to clients.
Core skills- Demonstrates positive leadership skills in area of expertise. Provide advanced genetic counseling services in an area of expertise in the conduct of healthcare. Demonstrate a significant leadership role within the division, organization, and / or regionally in genetic counseling services.
Research- The genetic counselor will lead divisional and / or institutional research including serving as a primary research advisor to university level students, first or last author of presented abstracts, and authoring peer-reviewed publications.
Education- The genetic counselor will provide independent supervision, education, and course instruction for students at the University level, residents, and fellows. Develop and organize trainee / staff rotations. Provide genetics-related lectures at organizational or regional meetings and / or coordinate regional educational series. Contribute to text book content.
Service- The genetic counselor will lead and execute organizational service activities such as local community health events, quality improvement projects, and divisional / organizational projects and/or contribute significantly to the planning and execution of regional / national service activities.

Lead advanced genetic counseling. Complete at least 125 hours of additional training applicable to the practice of genetic counseling. Leads research efforts and provides presentations at regional meetings. Provides leadership for professional organizations, advocacy groups or divisional projects.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required for Genetic Counselor I:

Masters degree in related field. May require clinical license, certification or training
No directly related experience
Ohio Genetic Counseling License; Certified/eligible for certification by the ABMG or ABGC

Required for Genetic Counselor II:

Masters degree in related field. May require clinical license, certification or training
0 - 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Ohio Genetic Counseling Licenses; Certification through the ABGC

Required for Genetic Counselor III:

Masters degree in related field. May require clinical license, certification or training
Ohio Genetic Counseling Licenses; Certification through the ABGC
5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Expected Starting Salary:

GC I: $72,841.60 - 91,915.20

GC II: $79,830.40 - 101,150.40

GC III: $89,024 - 113,235.20

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
Location E

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
Human Genetics

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability