Genetic Counsellor

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

The UHN Genetics Program specializes in meeting the needs of individuals diagnosed with an inherited condition or those who may be at risk for an inherited condition. The team provides family risk assessment, diagnosis, management, education and support to patients and their families.

The Genetics Program is currently seeking a permanent full-time Genetic Counsellor. The Genetic Counsellor will be responsible for providing genetics care in the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC), affiliated with the Toronto General Hospital. This role involves being fully embedded within the cardiology team at PMCC, working with cardiologists and a cardiac genetic counsellor as well as other team members. This position may include the ability to participate in research activities in addition to the opportunity to participate in student supervision depending on experience.

The principal responsibilities include:

• Assessing the unique medical/genetic and psychosocial needs of individuals with inherited heart conditions for the purpose of providing appropriate counselling, education, testing options, and follow-up
• Working on-site with multiple cardiology teams (ie hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart function, inherited arrhythmia) to provide genetics support, including both ambulatory and inpatient services
• Working on-site fostering collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to develop innovative models of genetics care delivery
• Performing administrative responsibilities to ensure the effective management of individual cases, acting as an advocate for patients, performing cross-functional duties, as assigned or requested, including data management and validation
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required
• Depending on level of experience, participate in supervising genetic counselling students and participate in education of medical students, residents and fellows
• Participate in weekly academic activities including genetics rounds and case review

• Masters degree in Genetic Counselling
• Board Certified or Board Eligible with the ABGC and/or CAGC
• Two years previous experience preferred although new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in cardiac genetics preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and professionals
• Ability to work independently as well as with a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a wide variety of patient populations and needs
• Broad-based knowledge and versatility
• Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance record.

Additional Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and professionals
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.