Posted 6 months ago
Genetics Counsellor Clinical Pathway Coordinator
@ HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
Saskatchewan Health Authority is hiring a full-time temporary Genetics Counsellor Clinical Pathway Coordinator at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, with 14 eight-hour day shifts per three weeks. The role coordinates the genetics program: screening referrals, preparing families for genetic assessment, assisting in genetic counselling across clinics, and liaising with other professionals. Pay band is $39.866 to $48.761 per hour; travel is required and preference goes to HSAS members under the collective agreement.
Responsibilities:
- Screen and accept patient referrals to the genetics program
- Prepare and follow up with families for genetic assessment
- Assist in genetic counselling across all genetics clinics
- Liaise with related fields and professionals on the genetics team
Requirements summary:
- Master of Genetic Counselling/Genetics
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced organizational and computer skills
- Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 56 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Genetic Counselling, Genetics |
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Position #: 178536
Expected Start Date: TBD
Union: HSAS
Facility: Royal University Hospital
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Genetic Specialty Clinic
Type: Full-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: September 30, 2027
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Genetics Counsellor $39.866 to $48.761
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: Under the direction of the head of Medical Genetics and the manager of Ambulatory Services, the Genetics Counsellor participates in the coordination of a genetics program involving screening and accepting patient referrals, preparation and follow-up of families for genetic assessment, assisting in genetic counselling in all genetics clinics; counselling, teaching and liaison with other related fields and professionals, as members of the genetics team. The individual participates in formulation and implementation of policies and procedures of the division. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Human Resources Exemption: No
Multi-Site: Yes
Education
- Master of Genetic Counselling/Genetics
Competencies
- Advanced - Interpersonal skills
- Advanced - Communication skills
- Advanced - Organizational skills
- Advanced - Computer skills
- Advanced - Variety of computer programs
Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work independently
Other Information
- For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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