Genetic Counselor

Michael Page

UAE

Ref: HP350-5837

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The Genetic Counselor evaluates genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific genetic disorders.

Client Details

The client is a health tech company working on sequencing to predict and prevent genetic and chronic illnesses.

Description

• Interview patients to get comprehensive individual family and medical histories
• Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts for patients or referring physicians Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits, and limitations with patients, families, and other healthcare providers
• Counsel patients and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance regarding genetic risks and inherited conditions
• Participate in professional organisations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in genetics and genomics
• Documents in patient charts and develops follow-up recommendations for a patient
• Develops and presents educational and related programs as appropriate.
• Coordinates and supports the execution of research protocol as needed, including recruitment and assessment of research subjects, patient advice and support, and maintenance of research records.
• Performs associated administrative or clerical tasks, which may include special projects, correspondence, and program activities.

Job Offer

Capacity to join an innovative company and be part of the launching of a new research program.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Medical Sciences, Psychology or Healthcare related field
• M.Sc. in Genetic Counseling
• +2 years post-MSc experience

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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