Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca
Job Description:
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Manager, Women and Children's Program the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating patient care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centred care environment. The Genetic Counsellor is responsible for patient genetic assessment, counselling and support of prenatal patients, follow up as appropriate, documentation, education development, and diagnostic work ups where appropriate. Scarborough Health Network is committed to the deployment of Lean thinking as the fundamental philosophy underpinning our transformation efforts.
Requirements:
• Masters degree in genetic counselling or equivalent combination of education and training
• Board certified or Board eligible with Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC)
• One year of recent genetic counselling experience (prenatal and general) preferred
• Ability to work effectively without close supervision and ability to work as part of a Regional Genetics Service
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organization and leadership skills
• Provides prenatal and general genetics counselling services (risk assessment, testing options, booking appropriate procedures, communication of results, provision of education materials)
• Communicates and consults with other health care professionals and functions as a member of the health care team, including the regional genetics centre at North York General Hospital
• Works as part of a team with physician-geneticist by consulting regarding pending referrals, providing patient management throughout the consultation process and arranging follow-up testing as required
• Initiates referrals to hospital and community based programs for required services
• Interprets and implements hospital and departmental policies, programs and procedures as required
• Maintains quality assurance in genetic counselling services
• Participates in continuing medical education
• Serves on committees as requested
• Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public
• Demonstrates good pattern of attendance
This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.
Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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Skills Required
- Masters degree in genetic counselling or equivalent
- Board certified or Board eligible with Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors
- One year of recent genetic counselling experience (prenatal and general)
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organization and leadership skills
What We Do
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is a healthcare organization that operates three full-service hospitals and several community-based locations in the eastern Greater Toronto Area, providing integrated healthcare services.
