Genetic Counselor

Genetic Counselor

Remote | Telehealth | Veterans Healthcare Program

Full-Time Opportunity

Help Veterans Access Life-Changing Genetic Care

We are seeking experienced Genetic Counselors to join a national virtual genomics program supporting U.S. Veterans. In this fully remote role, you will provide comprehensive genetic counseling services, collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and help improve access to specialized genetic care for patients across the country.

This is an exciting opportunity to practice at the forefront of genomic medicine while supporting one of the largest integrated healthcare systems in the United States. Genetic Counselors will work collaboratively with Medical Geneticists and healthcare providers to deliver evidence-based genetic services to Veterans and their families.

Position Highlights

• 100% remote telehealth opportunity
• Serve Veterans nationwide
• No on-call responsibilities
• Work with a dedicated genomics team
• Utilize advanced telehealth and electronic medical record systems
• Mission-driven healthcare environment
• Long-term program growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and flexible remote work environment

Key Responsibilities

As a Genetic Counselor, you will:

• Conduct virtual genetic counseling consultations for Veterans and their families.
• Review medical records and family histories.
• Educate patients regarding genetic conditions, inheritance patterns, recurrence risks, and available testing options.
• Identify appropriate genetic testing strategies and coordinate test ordering.
• Communicate genetic testing results and findings to patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, laboratory partners, and healthcare teams to support patient care.
• Document patient encounters and clinical activities within the electronic health record.
• Provide education and resources that help patients and families understand and adapt to genetic information.
• Support program development, quality initiatives, and educational outreach activities.

What You"ll Work With

Patients may present with a wide range of genetic concerns, including:

• Hereditary cancer syndromes
• Cardiovascular genetics
• Neurological genetics
• Endocrine disorders
• Adult-onset hereditary conditions
• Reproductive and preconception genetic concerns

You will work closely with board-certified Medical Geneticists through a virtual care model.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Master"s Degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program.
• Board Certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or eligible to obtain certification as required.
• Current unrestricted state license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively educate patients and healthcare teams.
• Experience using electronic health records and telehealth platforms.

Preferred

• Multiple active state licenses.
• Previous telehealth or virtual healthcare experience.
• Experience within hospital, academic medical center, or federal healthcare settings.
• Experience counseling patients for hereditary cancer, cardiovascular, neurological, and complex genetic conditions.
• Familiarity with genetic testing laboratories and genomic medicine workflows.

Preferred State Licensure

Candidates holding active licensure in one or more of the following states are strongly encouraged to apply:

• California
• Texas
• Nevada
• Massachusetts
• Louisiana
• Alabama
• Arkansas
• New Hampshire
• Maine
• Hawaii
• Mississippi
• Rhode Island

Work Environment

This position is fully remote. Team members are expected to maintain a secure, private workspace with reliable internet connectivity and comply with all telehealth, privacy, and information security requirements. Equipment and system access necessary for patient care will be provided following onboarding and security approval.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Frederick, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.