JOB DETAILS

Genetics Counselor

CompanyShodair Children's Hospital
LocationHelena
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 5, 2026
About The Company
Shodair Children's Hospital provides medical genetics services for all ages, and inpatient acute and residential psychiatric care for children too all of Montana. The non-profit organization also has outpatient clinics in Helena and Butte. . For more than 127 the organization has remained steadfast to its mission: To heal, help, and inspire hope. It is the state's only Children's Miracle Network hospital and is certified in trauma-informed care.
About the Role

Description


 

About the Role

Shodair Children’s Hospital seeks a Genetic Counselor to provide counseling, risk assessment, and education for patients across Montana.  This is a general genetics role supporting both pediatric and adult patients which requires outreach travel and close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide genetic counseling in clinic and outreach settings.
  • Collect and interpret medical, family, and psychosocial histories.
  • Coordinate and interpret genetic testing.
  • Educate patients on risks, recurrence, and testing options.
  • Document all care in the EMR and produce counseling reports.
  • Deliver genetics education and develop patient materials.
  • Connect families with appropriate resources.
  • Participate in research and uphold all ethical and regulatory standards.

Ideal Candidate

  • Warm, professional, and patient-centered.
  • Strong communicator and team collaborator.
  • Skilled in psychosocial assessment and genetic risk interpretation.
  • Organized, adaptable, and comfortable with regular statewide travel.
  • Committed to ethical practice and patient autonomy.  

Why Join Shodair?
You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to improving access to mental health services for children and families across Montana. Shodair offers comprehensive benefits including student loan assistant, 6% 403b employer paid contribution, paid medical and vision insurance, sick leave, and much more. This position starts at $74,200.00 annually.

Requirements

 

Required Education & Experience

  • Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling.

Certification & Licensure

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) through the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG).
  • Active Genetic Counselor license in Montana and any additional states as required.


Key Skills
Genetic CounselingRisk AssessmentPatient EducationMedical History CollectionFamily History InterpretationPsychosocial AssessmentTeam CollaborationGenetic Testing CoordinationDocumentationResource ConnectionResearch ParticipationEthical PracticePatient AutonomyCommunicationOrganizationAdaptability
Categories
HealthcareScience & ResearchSocial Services
Benefits
Student Loan Assistance403b Employer Paid ContributionPaid Medical InsurancePaid Vision InsuranceSick Leave
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Genetic Counselor will provide genetic counseling in clinic and outreach settings, collect and interpret medical, family, and psychosocial histories, and educate patients on risks and testing options. They will also document care in the EMR and connect families with appropriate resources.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
231
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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