Senior Genetic Counsellor

Lead advanced genetic counselling services in a dynamic clinical settingShape patient outcomes through innovation and educationJoin a collaborative team driving excellence in genetic medicineManage complex genetic counselling cases, mentor future professionals, and advance patient care in a leading hospital network.Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Genetics Counsellor Level 3Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hourHours Per Week: 19Location:  Westmead HospitalWhere you'll be working At Westmead Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), you’ll join a passionate team committed to delivering world-class genetic medicine services. We value innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.Work in a major tertiary hospital with cutting-edge genetic servicesBe part of a multidisciplinary team across three Western Sydney campusesContribute to research and education in a supportive environmentAccess professional development and career growth opportunitiesMake a real impact on patient care and community health outcomesWhat You'll Be DoingAs a Senior Genetic Counsellor, you’ll provide expert counselling and leadership across diverse clinics, including neurogenetics, cardiac genetics, and connective tissue disorders. You’ll also drive service improvements and mentor emerging professionals.Deliver high-level genetic counselling for complex cases with minimal supervisionCoordinate and participate in specialised genetic clinics across WSLHDSupport and train genetic counselling students and junior staffDevelop educational programs for health professionals and community groupsContribute to research and continuous improvement initiativesHow To ApplyApply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Essential RequirementsQualification: Relevant undergraduate qualification, with significant experience in genetic counselling and/or a post graduate qualification in genetic counselling, in addition to having attained certification in genetic counselling, at least to the level of ‘part 1’, from the Human Genetics Society of Australasia. Registration: Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA) Board Eligible as a Genetic Counsellor (previously known as Part 1 certification). Other RequirementsUnderstand and practice person centred care. Participate in quality improvement activities. Work in partnership with consumers on improving and evaluating the delivery of services. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of near or actual incidents or patient safety concerns.You must take all reasonable care for yourself and others and comply with any reasonable instruction, policies and procedures relating to work health safety and wellbeing.Risk Management – Staff should actively identify, communicate and escalate risks and understand their responsibility to manage risk in their day-to-day roles.Selection CriteriaAttained Board Eligible status in Genetic Counselling by the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA)Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skillsProven ability to work autonomously with minimum direct clinical supervision as well as effectively as part of a teamCommitment to continue training in genetic counselling towards completion of Board Certification through the HGSA (if not already completed)Participation in both group and individual counselling supervision sessionsExtensive specialist knowledge within advanced practice skills and advanced reasoning skills. Requisition ID: REQ616141Applications Close: 2nd December 2025Need more information ?Find out more about applying for this position.Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. For inquiries about the role, contact Michel Tchan, michel.tchan@health.nsw.gov.au People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ . Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.