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Genetic Counselor – Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Bangor, Maine

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center seeks a full-time Genetic Counselor to join our expanding genetics program. Our full-time genetic counselor and geneticist provide genetic counseling services in both traditional clinical genetics and cancer risk genetics settings and are growing the program to expand patient access in Maine. Responsibilities will include assessment, development of pedigree, identification and coordination of testing including prior authorization, report production, pre- and post-test counseling, communication with referring providers and community education.

Our team provides care in our NCQA-recognized level III Patient Centered Medical Home. Our office locations are located in newly renovated facilities close to main hospital campus. We offer a supportive, collegial work environment, skilled staff, and a cutting-edge EMR. We also offer a competitive compensation/benefits package.

Candidates must have a master’s degree in Genetic Counseling or related field with experience in clinical genetics and be board certified or board eligible. At least one year of professional experience in a busy practice across clinical and/or cancer genetic service lines preferred.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is committed to making healthcare work for the people of Maine. It is a 411- bed, regional tertiary care and ACS verified level II trauma center serving a patient population of 500,000 living in the northern two-thirds of the state’s geography. The hospital is a base for LifeFlight of Maine, a critical care air transportation service flying nearly 900 missions per year. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Northern Light Health offers a broad range of providers and services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.

Bangor, Maine is a vibrant small city with easy access to Maine’s spectacular coast, mountains, and lakes. Schools rank among New England’s best with the flagship campus of the University of Maine located in the neighboring town of Orono. Bangor serves as the regional hub for medicine, the arts, and commerce. Bangor International Airport offers direct and one-stop service to most major destinations.

For more information, please contact:

Amanda L. Klausing, CPRP, Provider Recruiter

ProviderJobs@northernlight.org

207-973-5358