Genetic Counsellor - Senior (Cardiac Genomics)

This role will provide high-level cardiac genetic counselling services while leading and supporting the integration of genomics into cardiology services within Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Genetic Counsellor - Senior (Cardiac Genomics) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Lead and support the integration of genomics into cardiology services
• Provide high-level cardiac genetic counselling services
• Be apart of a multi-disciplinary clinical team to improve diagnostic uncertainty and reduce patient anxiety
• Assist in mainstreaming genetic testing to increase access for our patients across Gold Coast Health

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Tertiary degree in Genetic Counselling
• Human Genetics Society of Australasia registration
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent part time (16 hours per fortnight)
• Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour

About Us
The multi-disciplinary clinical team will consist of a cardiologist, genetic counsellor and cardiology clinical nurse consultant to allow genetic evaluation of patients and to support referring cardiologists to improve diagnostic uncertainty and reduce patient anxiety. They will also assist in mainstreaming genetic testing to increase access for patients across Gold Coast Health.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 1 September 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC690195

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.