Genetic Counsellor

7 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time
Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do.

We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation.

North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first
- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.
Position Summary
Genetic Counsellor, Clinical Genetics

Your goal in this position is to perform independently or as a team member with a high degree of motivation, critical thinking and judgement.

As a Genetics Counsellor you provide genetic services to a diverse multicultural population; this includes prenatal and adult genetics. You are computer proficient, have superior communication and interpersonal skills, and display a high degree of professionalism.

You demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure and maintain high level of productivity and competence.

This position supports the hospital's academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation.

This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, leaners, volunteers and families.

On a practical level, you will

  • Demonstrate genetic assessment, case management and counselling skills.
  • Provide genetic counselling for a variety of indications
  • Participate in teaching and supervising trainees/students

Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Genetic Counselling
  • Certification or eligible for certification in Genetics (e.g., Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors, American Board of Genetic Counseling)
  • Experience working in a similar position, minimum of 2 years' experience is preferred
  • Competencies in other languages considered an asset
  • Bilingualism in French/English an asset
What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals.

This is a Full Time Regular position with 75 hours bi-weekly, 8 hours shifts, Days, in Clinical Genetics at our outpatient & community servies site, located at 2 Champagne Drive.

We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY:

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.

How to Apply

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Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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