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South Shore Health

Per Diem Perinatal Counselor

Weymouth, MA · On-site

$42.35 - $61.40/hr

SSH Laborist APC PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day (United States of America) Responsible for counseling patients and families concerning genetic and non-genetic problems. Serves as a ...

South Shore Health

Per Diem Perinatal Counselor

Weymouth, MA · On-site

$42.35 - $61.40/hr

SSH Laborist APC PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day (United States of America) Responsible for counseling patients and families concerning genetic and non-genetic problems. Serves as a ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$17.33 - $21.81/hr

No Standard Hours per Week 19.20 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary ... Most individuals in a genetic counseling internship position aspire to apply to a graduate genetic ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL

$17.33 - $21.81/hr

No Standard Hours per Week 19.20 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary ... Most individuals in a genetic counseling internship position aspire to apply to a graduate genetic ...

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How much do part time genetic counseling jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time genetic counseling in the United States is $87,816.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Genetic Counseling vs Part Time Genetic Testing Technician?

AspectPart Time Genetic CounselingPart Time Genetic Testing Technician
Required CredentialsMaster's degree in Genetic Counseling, certification (ABGC)High school diploma or associate degree, technical training
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, private practicesLaboratories, testing facilities
Industry UsageHealthcare, patient counselingLaboratory testing, sample processing
Common Search/ComparisonPatient support, counseling rolesLaboratory technician, testing roles

Part Time Genetic Counseling involves providing patient-centered genetic information and support, requiring advanced degrees and certification. In contrast, Part Time Genetic Testing Technicians focus on laboratory sample processing and testing, typically with technical training. Both roles are essential in the genetics industry but serve different functions within healthcare and laboratory settings.

What is part time genetic counseling?

Part time genetic counseling refers to professional genetic counseling services provided on a part-time basis, rather than full-time. Genetic counselors work with individuals and families to assess genetic risks, interpret test results, and provide guidance regarding inherited conditions. In a part-time role, counselors may work flexible hours or a reduced number of days per week, often to accommodate personal needs or other professional commitments. This arrangement allows for work-life balance while still delivering valuable support to patients. Part-time genetic counselors may work in hospitals, clinics, research settings, or remotely via telehealth.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time genetic counselors, and how can these be managed?

Part-time genetic counselors often face challenges related to maintaining continuity of care and staying updated with rapidly evolving genetic information, given their limited hours. They may also find it more difficult to participate in team meetings or case discussions that occur outside their scheduled times. To manage these challenges, it's helpful to establish clear communication protocols with colleagues, utilize shared documentation systems, and proactively schedule time for continuing education and team collaboration. Flexibility and strong organizational skills are key to ensuring seamless patient support and integration with the full-time team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Genetic Counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Genetic Counselor, you need a master's degree in genetic counseling or a related field, along with board certification and knowledge of human genetics and counseling techniques. Familiarity with genetic testing technologies, pedigree analysis software, and electronic health record systems is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, empathy, and ethical judgment help you communicate complex information and support individuals facing sensitive decisions. These skills are crucial to provide accurate guidance, foster trust, and help patients make informed choices based on genetic information.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Genetic Counseling job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,816 per year, or $42.2 per hour.
Metabolic Geneticist

Metabolic Geneticist

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group

Moreno Valley, CA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Loma Linda University Health rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

110th of 999 rated hospitals

Job description

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Pediatrics has an immediate opening for a full-time Board Certified/Eligible Clinical and Metabolic Geneticist. This position includes a faculty appointment, commensurate with training and experience, at the Loma Linda University School of Medicine.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician/educator, who is newly trained or more experienced in metabolic genetics but may also have broad interests in all facets of clinical genetics and genomics. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to newborn screening, patient care, inpatient consults, outpatient genetic clinics and multidisciplinary team settings, teaching medical students, pediatric and neurology residents, genetic counseling students, and research. Protected research time is available and a research focus is encouraged. Opportunities for intramural and extramural collaboration and program development abound. The scope and diversity of the clinical genetics practice is extraordinary, offering both depth and breadth of experience in all areas including neurogenetics, cardiogenetics, cancer genetics, dysmorphology, congenital anomalies and other specialty areas in genetics. The practice includes two full time and two part time geneticists, two per diem geneticists, four pediatric genetic counselors and a genetic counseling assistant. In addition, a new multispecialty pediatric outpatient facility will open next year.

Loma Linda University Clinical Lab is building a state-of the-art clinical genetic and genomic testing laboratory to provide comprehensive diagnostic services across the health system and serving the Inland Empire with a PhD laboratory geneticist and a laboratory based genetic counselor.

Loma Linda University School of Medicine has a newly accredited graduate program (MS) in genetic counseling that is enrolling its first class in the fall of 2025.

Loma Linda University Medical Center and Children's Hospital is strategically located in the center of Southern California and has the largest Level IV NICU in California, serving the two largest counties in the country and approximately 25 percent of the state.

The Children's Hospital is one of the few centers for pediatric cardiac transplants and ECMO in California and is developing a Perinatal Care Center with a focus on prenatal diagnosis to better serve the large population of high-risk pregnancies and infants with prenatally diagnosed congenital anomalies. The Medical Center and Children's Hospital supports team centers for cystic fibrosis, hemoglobinopathies, spina bifida, metabolic genetics and craniofacial anomalies.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $252,000 - $278,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.

Our benefits include:

  • Generous Retirement Contribution

  • Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage

  • Competitive Vacation & Sick Days

  • CME Days and Funds

  • Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

  • Paid Malpractice Insurance

  • Paid Life Insurance

  • Loan Repayment/State & Federal (If eligible)

For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.

This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.

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Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) is an esteemed healthcare organization situated in Loma Linda, California, US. Established in 1905, it was initially known as the College of Medical Evangelists, and it operated as the official medical institution of the Seventh-day Adventist Church until the name was changed to LLUH in 1961. LLUH is very much active in the healthcare and education sectors, providing a vast range of services such as medical treatment, research, and health education. The organization’s core mission is "to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ", which underlines its binding values of compassion, integrity, excellence, freedom, and justice.

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