Genetic Counselor I
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7324435 (Ref:24375-en_US)
Posted: February 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The integration of a Genetic Counselor (GC) within the Immunology, Allergy, and Retrovirology (IAR) division will enhance patient care, streamline genetic testing workflows, and support research and quality improvement initiatives. GC support in specialty clinics, inpatient care, and independent counseling sessions ensure timely genetic evaluation, result disclosure, and patient education. The addition of a GC conducting independent counseling will also allow the faculty physicians to see more routine patients.
This position is located at Texas Children's Feigin Center in the Texas Medical Center.
Job Duties
- Counsels patients with indications of genetic risks in pregnancy.
- Conducts preliminary research such as; family and patient medical histories, coordination of genetic testing, and review of patient referrals.
- Drafts and sends letter to patients summarizing the genetic counseling session. Letters are sent to the patient and referring physician.
- Answers patient calls and assesses need for services.
- In some cases, refers clients to appropriate agencies and physicians.
- Performs other job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- EducationRequired: Master's degree in Genetic Counseling.
- Experience Required: None required.
- Certification/Licenses/RegistrationRequired: Board-eligible or Board Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC).
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
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