PS Genetic Counselor, Temporary License

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Due to the nature of the position, some weekend and evening work may be required based on operational needs.

VP Area

VP Area U of U Health
- Academics

Department

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $78,167 - $92,500

Close Date

Close Date 11/05/2026

Priority Review Date (Note
- Posting may close at any time)

The Department of Pediatrics is looking for a Genetic Counselor to join our team. This position provides genetic counseling services and supports clinical genetic projects and research efforts within the Department of Pediatrics. Clinical genetic counseling practice areas include but are not limited to medical genetics and pediatric sub-specialty clinics. The Genetic Counselor provides education, risk assessment, counseling, support, and follow-up to individuals and families who have or may have genetic health conditions.

This position will help support genetic counseling services and research across multiple pediatric specialties and is housed under the Division of Pediatric Neurology.

The Genetic Counselor, Temporary License is responsible for providing information and support to families and will focus on one of the following areas under the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor:
Leukodystrophy and Epilepsy, Inpatient Neurology, and General Neurology. The area of assignment will be determined during the hiring process. Identifies, investigates, interprets, and communicates potential risk factors and provides support and counseling to families and patients by referring them to relevant support services under the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor. A temporary Genetic Counseling License is required for this position and is only good for 18 months, after which time the candidate must have a full Genetic Counseling License.

This position is supervised by a Licensed Genetic Counselor while learning the nuances involved with genetic services. The level of autonomy is limited in this learning role.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Variety of elective insurance coverage
  , including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

The essential functions of the Genetic Counselor, Temporary License position will be performed with the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor. The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Performs genetic risk assessments by collecting and evaluating medical and family histories.
• Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patients, medical records and resource materials.
• Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature and incorporates it into clinical practice.
• Explains testing options, procedures, test results and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed.
• Works with health care team in development and implementation of the care plan.
• Advises patients and families regarding financial and community resources.
• Evaluates outcomes and modifies testing or medical recommendations.
• Facilitates involvement of treatment team members, timely reports and scheduling of team conferences.
• Assist with prior authorization, working with family and payor to ensure appropriate testing is…