Per Diem Perinatal Counselor
Listed on 2026-09-17
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Healthcare
Health Education & Promotion, Mental Health
Job Description Summary
Responsible for counseling patients and families concerning genetic and non-genetic problems. Serves as a resource to patients, families, and health care providers regarding genetic counseling issues. Works closely with patients during highly stressful times and deals with sensitive information in an empathetic and supportive manner. Participates in developing new programs related to the MFM unit.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Abnormal serum screening results
- Advanced maternal age
- Difficult decision making
- First trimester/integrated screening
- Pregnancy loss
- Suspected/known fetal anomalies
- Significant family history
- Ultrasound findings
- Teratogens
- Amniocentesis
- Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
- Percutaneous blood sampling (PUBS)
- Counsels patient/families regarding significant family histories
- Makes appropriate referrals for further testing/screening
- Triages/reviews patient histories and ensures appropriate scheduling of appointments
- Understands that needs of patients are priorities
- Interprets genetic laboratory results and communicates to patient/provider
- Gathers, interprets, and delivers information to patient/families in a timely fashion
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Provides educational programs to health care providers
- Acts as a resource to health care providers within the hospital and the community
- Involved in training/supervising of genetic counseling students
- Adapts teaching/counseling format as appropriate to the patient's cognitive ability
- Provides appropriate follow‑up support/referrals
- Supports patient/families with difficult decisions by demonstrating an understanding of the patient's reaction to "bad news" and responding with empathy and support
- Assesses patient/families' ability to cope with "bad news" and makes appropriate referrals
- Keeps abreast of changes in field, new technologies
- Maintains membership with NSGC and/or governing board
- Maintains board eligibility/board certification (ABMG)
- Attends educational seminars and meetings
- Functions as a role model for staff by facilitating problem resolution among peers and demonstrating a constructive approach in interactions with staff and management
- Demonstrates willingness to identify and/or assume activities relative to the ongoing development of the unit
- Practices self‑care to reduce compassion fatigue
SKILLS:
- Communicates with staff effectively, resolving conflicts as they arise
- Brings conflicts to the attention of the Director when appropriate
- Communicates with patients/families effectively and respectfully
Minimum Education – Preferred
MA/MS with specialty in Genetic Counseling preferred
Minimum Work Experience
One to three years of genetic counseling or directly related experience.
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities
Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially in the areas of counseling and sensitivity to people in crisis.
Maintains professional attitude in dealing with patients and staff.
Ability to work in stressful situations within specific time frames while maintaining a professional and calm attitude.
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