Genetic Counsellor (Level 1/2) - Institute of Precision Medicine & Bioinformatics
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time ; 24 hours per week up to 6 months
Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Level 1/2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ599249
About the role
Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.
The Genetic Counsellor provides genetic information and counselling to clients and their families, organises appropriate genetic tests under supervision of a clinical geneticist / relevant medical officer and provides support to individuals and families to minimize the impact of a genetic diagnosis.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
- Holds an undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline (e.g. Science, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, or other relevant discipline) with post graduate qualification in genetic counselling and board eligible with the Board of Censors for Genetic Counselling (Human Genetics Society of Australasia) and a commitment to work towards full certification.
- Demonstrated skills and knowledge in the provision of genetic counselling services and demonstrated experience in a clinical genetic unit.
Benefits and Perks!
Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
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For enquiries, please contact Kathleen Le Marquand on (02) 9515 5015 or email at kathleen.lemarquand@health.nsw.gov.au.
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Applications Close: 24 August 2025
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