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Genetics Counsellor Clinical Pathway Coordinator

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#Healthcare #Genetic Counselling #Patient Referrals #Saskatchewan Health Authority #HSAS #Ambulatory Services #Medical Genetics #Genetic Assessment

Quick overview

The Genetics Counsellor coordinates a genetics program by screening patient referrals and preparing families for genetic assessments. They provide counselling, teaching, and liaison services while helping implement divisional policies and procedures.

Requirements summary

A Master of Genetic Counselling or Genetics is required for this position. Candidates must possess advanced interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to work both independently and within a multi-disciplinary team.

postgraduate degreeOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsComputer SkillsIndependent WorkMulti-disciplinary TeamworkGenetic CounsellingPatient Referral Screening

Job description

Position #: 178536

Expected Start Date: TBD

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Genetic Specialty Clinic

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: September 30, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band

Pay Band Genetics Counsellor $39.866 to $48.761

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description

Under the direction of the head of Medical Genetics and the manager of Ambulatory Services, the Genetics Counsellor participates in the coordination of a genetics program involving screening and accepting patient referrals, preparation and follow-up of families for genetic assessment, assisting in genetic counselling in all genetics clinics; counselling, teaching and liaison with other related fields and professionals, as members of the genetics team. The individual participates in formulation and implementation of policies and procedures of the division. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Multi-Site: Yes

Education
Master of Genetic Counselling/Genetics

Competencies
Advanced - Interpersonal skills
Advanced - Communication skills
Advanced - Organizational skills
Advanced - Computer skills
Advanced - Variety of computer programs

Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to work independently

Other Information
For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex

certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

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Please note

Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.