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Genetic Counselor

Help patients understand genetic test results

$70,000 – $100,000/yr

Interpret genetic risks and guide patients through testing decisions and implications.

Highlights

Common tasks

Interpret genetic tests, counsel patients on risks, and support decision-making.

Potential downsides

Emotional conversations about serious diagnoses, limited awareness of profession, and insurance coverage gaps.

Skills

CommunicationTeachingMentoringResearchProblem solving

Interests

HealthcarePsychologyEducationScience

Industries

Healthcare

Work style

People-focusedCollaborativeCreativeHands-on

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