Genetics Counsellor Clinical Pathway Coordinator

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/

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