U.S. Dept. of Labor code 29-9092.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Genetic Counselors

Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.

What this job is about

Provide comprehensive genetic counseling to patients and families.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

1
Gather patient medical history
Interview patients or review medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories.
2
Analyze genetic information
Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
3
Discuss testing options
Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families.
4
Provide counseling and support
Provide counseling to patient and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance.
5
Prepare consultation reports
Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians.

Tools used in this work

Microsoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.