The Genetic Counselor assesses individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provides information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advises individuals and families to support informed decision-making and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling. Responsibilities of the Genetic Counselor position include, but are not limited to: Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Explain diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS), ultrasound, fetal blood sampling