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Nemours is seeking a Genetics Counselor to join our team in Orlando, Florida.Located in Orlando, Fla., Nemours Children’s Hospital is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system. Our 100-bed pediatric hospital also features the area’s only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region. A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children’s Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond. In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve; we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.The Genetic Counselor will provide genetic counseling under the direction of respective physician. This position is responsible for the following:Genetic Counselor for the Division of Genetics at NCH Orlando.Reviews medical records and triages new patient referrals.Obtains medical histories.Obtains family histories.Coordinates special studies.Assures test results are available prior to appointments.Provides genetic counseling.Maintains comprehensive and accurate medical records.Assists communication with referring physicians.Assists with inpatient consultations including telemedicine consultations between the medical geneticist and NCH intensive care units.Assists with literature reviews and provides patient support materials.Participates in the development of programs to provide genetic support for other subspecialty clinics.Participates in educational activities directed toward patients, health professionals, and the public.Provides genetic services as contracted by Nemours children’s Clinic.Participates in administrative and committee duties as assigned.Perform other duties as required to accomplish the patient care, education, and research missions of the Nemours Children’s Clinic.Assists in obtaining insurance authorization for special genetic tests.Supervises genetic counselor assistant(s).Participate in periodic meetings with the Nemours Delaware team and acts as liaison/ facilitates communication between Delaware and Orlando genetics divisions.Other duties as assigned.Job RequirementsMaster’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an American Board of Genetic Counseling accredited program required (students graduating this spring are eligible to apply).National Board Certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling required (or Board Eligible status for new graduates).Experience preferred.Current American Heart Association BLS required upon hire.What We Offer Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the marketAnnual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvementComprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision403B with employer matchLicensure, CME and dues allowanceNot-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan ForgivenessFor those living and working in Florida, enjoy the benefit of no state income tax. Those based in Delaware benefit from the state's moderate tax structure.#LI-MW1 Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships. Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive. Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued. Learn more at Nemours.org. Full timePosting Date: 2026-06-29

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