The Genetic Counsellor plays a vital role in a patient’s journey. You are responsible for providing genetic counselling for patients undertaking genetic testing across various reproductive stages including pre-conception, IVF and prenatal. With exceptional care and support, you will directly enhance the patient experience. Working closely with the Genetics team, your responsibilities include:
- Provide post-test genetic counselling for patients who have had genetic testing across various reproductive stages including pre-conception, IVF and prenatal.
- Provide evidence-based counselling on ultrasound findings including soft markers and fetal abnormalities
- Educate and inform patients about prenatal genetic screening/testing and PGT processes
- Assist with Monash IVF’s national Genetic Carrier Screening program
- Provide patients with exceptional care and support following high risk results
- Educate and be a resource for referrers on the various services and genetic tests offered by Sydney Ultrasound for Women/Monash IVF Group
- Participate in research opportunities in collaboration with specialists at Sydney Ultrasound for Women
Are you the ideal candidate for us?
As a Genetic Counsellor, you will be sensitive to the needs of patients and will support their wellbeing through timely and considered communication. Ideally you will bring the following:
- Tertiary qualifications in a health science or related field
- Post Graduate qualification in genetic counselling (essential)
- Active Candidate Status with Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA) and Professional Registration (essential)
- Current financial member of the HGSA and ASGC
- The natural ability to provide a caring customer service to our patients
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and well-developed communication skills
- Ability to effectively work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- A demonstrable track record of providing quality prenatal genetic counselling
- The proven ability to prioritise and manage workload demands
- A willingness to fit in and embrace the Monash IVF Group Principles
Sydney Ultrasound for Women is part of the Monash IVF Group – leaders in the future of reproductive care
Monash IVF Group is renowned for advancing the delivery of reproductive health services for contemporary lifestyles. As leaders in our field, we offer a dynamic workplace to those seeking to make a difference. You’ll be joining a team of multidisciplinary specialists who collaborate to improve the experience and outcomes for patients with care and compassion.
Sydney Ultrasound for Women and the Monash IVF Group values each and every one of our employees
Leading the evolution of care also means caring for our people. We ensure all employees feel included, supported and valued. Being part of the Monash IVF Group gives you access to many benefits, including the following:
- A Learning & Development Framework that supports your professional development
- Access to a contemporary Employee Assistance Program for employee wellbeing; physical, mental, social and financial.
- Discounts on MIVFG fertility and ultrasound services
- Paid IVF Leave
- Paid Parental Leave – 10 weeks plus superannuation
If you are ready to join the leaders in women’s ultrasound care, please click on the link.
Closing date: 12 October 2022 (unless filled prior)
For further information contact:
Betsy Peach
Team Leader, Genetic Counselling
[email protected]