Genetic Counselor
Core
Provide genetic counseling to families of decedents who died suddenly or unexpectedly in NYC to identify genetic causes of death and prevent sudden death in living relatives.
Role type
Genetic Counselor (Forensic Medicine)
Builds
Genetic counseling reports, targeted variant testing reports, and educational materials for medical examiners and students.
Domain
Forensic medicine and public health genetics
Required skills
Genetic counseling, pre- and post-testing counseling, informed consent, clinical evaluation, report writing, variant interpretation, mentoring, manuscript writing
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Review decedent genetic test results and impact on surviving family members; refer family members to clinical programs; obtain informed consent for OCME testing; guide medical examiners on genetic testing results interpretation; conduct educational activities including lectures and mentoring students; write manuscripts and posters for medical literature.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level (requires 1-4 years experience depending on assignment level)