Genetic Counselor Job at BayCare Health System in Tampa

Location: St. Joseph's Hospital Main & Children's - Tampa, FL ?? Facility: Bay Care Health System, Laboratory Administration - HSS ??

Shift: 8-Hour Shifts (Times Vary) ??

Schedule: PRN | Day Shift | No Weekends | No On-Call ?? Remote Work: Hybrid Option ?? Status: Non-Exempt About Bay Care At Bay Care, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network includes 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy built on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

Role Overview: As a Genetic Counselor, you will play a vital role in assessing the possibility of inherited familial diseases occurring or recurring within families. Using patient and family medical histories, laboratory testing, and current research data, you will provide education, counseling, and support to help patients and families understand, adapt, and cope with the impact of genetically inherited conditions. You will also educate patients on genetic transfer, testing options, and care strategies, while empowering them to make informed decisions for themselves and their families.

Key Responsibilities: Assess family health histories to evaluate genetic risk and disease recurrence. Educate patients and families about genetic inheritance, laboratory testing, and available resources. Provide counseling and support to help patients cope with the psychological, medical, and familial impact of inherited conditions. Collaborate with physicians, laboratory professionals, and other care providers to coordinate patient care. Maintain compliance with professional, state, and hospital standards. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: ??Education

Required: Master's degree in Genetic Counseling ??Certification & Licensure

Required: Board Certification in Genetic Counseling from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)or Board-Eligible within 6 months

Required: Florida Genetic Counseling License ??Experience

Preferred: 1 year of Genetic Counseling experience New graduates are welcome to apply - training provided Take the Next Step Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families through expert genetic counseling, education, and support. Apply today to join Bay Care as a Genetic Counselor! Bay Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position Genetic Counselor Location Tampa: St Josephs | Clinical | PRN Req ID 122369