Genetics Counsellor I
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Genetics Counsellor I (UAH)
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Ambulatory Clinics Maternal Fetal Medicine
- Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.84
- Posting End Date: 05-MAY-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 15-MAY-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 5
- Shifts per cycle: 21
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $42.69
- Maximum Salary: $56.80
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Master's degree in Genetic Counselling. Certification (or eligible for certification) by the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC) and/or the American Board of Genetic Counselling (ABGC).
Additional Required Qualifications:1 - 3 years previous experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine required. Women's Health experience preferred. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with variety of populations. Must be able to communicate effectively with compassion and empathy. Successful applicant will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with strong critical thinking, organizational, collaborative and conflict management skills. Ability to work with and support patients and significant others/families during emotionally challenging journey. Proven ability to work independently and within an established team required. History of reliability/dependability required. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, MS Teams, word and excel. Position requires you to sit for long periods of time and work with a computer. Position is based in the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.
Preferred Qualifications:Connect Care in an Ambulatory setting & Astraia proficiency an asset.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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