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Genetic Counselor
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Help patients understand genetic risks and make informed health decisions
$70,000 – $120,00030% Remote5 careerDetailPage.levels
Associate Genetic Counselor → Genetic Counselor → Senior Genetic Counselor → Lead Genetic Counselor → Director of Genetics
$120k
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30%
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Genetic Counselors assess individuals' risk for inherited conditions, interpret genetic test results, and guide patients through complex medical decisions. With advances in genomic medicine, the role has expanded from prenatal testing to cancer genetics, pharmacogenomics, and rare disease diagnosis. Telegenetics has opened significant remote work opportunities. Industry Demand: 🔥 Medium — growing rapidly as genetic testing becomes mainstream
💰 Salary Range
Entry
$70K
Senior
$120K
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