This is a Senior Genetic Counsellor Family Cancer Service role with NSW Health based in Sydney, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Genetic Counsellor Family Cancer Service role at NSW Health Senior Genetics Counsellor Position in a busy metropolitan multi-disciplinary familial team. Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Genetics Counsellor Level 3 Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour Hours Per Week: 16 Requisition ID: REQ627966 Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives. NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism. Where you'll be working Royal North Shore Hospital What You'll Be Doing The Senior Genetic Counsellor will provide genetic counselling support for the clinical geneticist led general genetics clinic and coordinate and manage genetic counsellor led clinics for patients requiring genetic counselling for diagnosed and/or well-defined genetic conditions. People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply. Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria A post graduate qualification in genetic counselling or have attained Part 1 certification in genetics counselling from the Human Genetics Society of Australasia Evidence of extensive clinical experience, inclusive of experience as a Level 2 Genetic Counsellor or equivalent. Provide evidence of proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the proven ability to liaise with novice and experienced health professionals and external service providers. Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use health information systems. Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process. Experience in clinical teaching and supervision of students, level 1/2 Allied Health Professionals and/or Allied Health Assistants. Demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current genetic counselling practice. A strong commitment to an evidence-based service to provide for consumers, carers and families requiring assessment, case management, intervention, appropriate referral and discharge planning. Demonstrated proficiency in ability to work autonomously with limited supervision. Have the ability to prioritise work, manage a demanding workload, apply high level reasoning skills and have independent professional judgement. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Michael Field on Mike.Field@health.nsw.gov.au This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. The team enriching health in millions of ways every day. Applications Close: 5 January 2026 Interviews scheduled for commencement on 9 January 2026 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ⚕️ Providing genetic counselling support Coordinating clinics Engaging in quality improvement Key Strengths Genetic counselling Communication skills Clinical experience Leadership Teaching and supervision Autonomy Why NSW Health is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
