How do they match: Genetic Counselors

  • Cancer Program Consultant
  • Prenatal and Pediatric Genetic Counselor

  • 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.

  • Collect for, or share with, research projects patient data on specific genetic disorders or syndromes.
  • Design and conduct genetics training programs for physicians, graduate students, other health professions or the general community.
  • Engage in research activities related to the field of medical genetics or genetic counseling.
  • Evaluate or make recommendations for standards of care or clinical operations, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, ethics, legislation, or policies.
  • Identify funding sources and write grant proposals for eligible programs or services.
  • Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians.

  • Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
  • Conduct health or safety training programs.