1 day ago, from The Royal Women's HospitalFull time, fixed term position ending 24th January 2025Parkville and Sunshine locations$97,203 - $105,362 (pro-rata) + salary packaging + superThe Royal Women's Hospital is one of Australia's oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women's health. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.About the Clinical Genetics DepartmentWe provide genetic counselling, genetic and genomic testing to individuals with, or at risk of, genetic conditions who are referred to The Women's and the Joan Kirner Women's and Children's (Joan Kirner) Hospitals. This includes individuals in the northwest and western parts of Victoria.About the roleThis is a leave cover position for an experienced Genetic Counsellor to join our clinical team and provide high quality, timely care to our patients.A regular day will see you:Provide high-quality genetic counselling to patients referred to the Clinical Genetics Service (face-to-face or telehealth) including assessment, planning, facilitation of testing, monitoring and follow up.Provide high-quality bereavement care for patients of the genetics service undergoing termination of pregnancy.Provide prompt assessment and triage of newly referred patients within expected key performance indicators set for the team/role.About youWe are looking for a Genetic Counsellor with previous clinical experience who can join an established team within our busy clinical service. Previous experience in a perinatal or reproductive genetic service is desirable but not essential.You'll bring with you:You will have full registration with HGSA.Broad knowledge and understanding of genetic counselling, including medical, genetic and psychosocial aspects.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Competent computer literacy including use of standard Microsoft Office software.Previous experience with an EMR is desirable.At the Women's, you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:$11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation.A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists.Onsite childcare centre and breastfeeding rooms.Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities.Inclusion and belongingThe Women's celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited.If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, a Working with Children Check and three COVID-19 vaccinations, and may include a range of additional vaccinations including influenza, as required by the Department of Health.Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.If you have any enquiries, please contact Susan Fawcett on (03) 8345 2180 or ******.
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