Salary Breakdown
Genetic Counselors
Average
$82,730
ANNUAL
$39.78
HOURLY
Entry Level
$61,790
ANNUAL
$29.71
HOURLY
Mid Level
$78,270
ANNUAL
$37.63
HOURLY
Expert Level
$100,200
ANNUAL
$48.18
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Genetic Counselors
50
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Genetic Counselors
Supporting Programs
Genetic Counselors
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Top Expected Tasks
Genetic Counselors
01
Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to patients or physicians.
02
Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in making informed decisions.
03
Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
04
Provide counseling to patient and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance.
05
Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians.
06
Provide genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics, such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology.
07
Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
08
Interview patients or review medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories, and document findings.
09
Assess patients' psychological or emotional needs, such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations or assist patients in managing test outcomes.
10
Provide patients with information about the inheritance of conditions such as cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and various forms of cancer.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Genetic Counselors
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Biology
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Medicine and Dentistry
KNOWLEDGE
Therapy and Counseling
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Active Learning
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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