Genetic Counselor (Pediatrics) - 40 hours, days

UMass Memorial Health • Worcester, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for conducting a program of genetic testing, education, and counseling for patients and their families within the Pediatrics Genetics department. UMass Memorial Health emphasizes that everyone is a caregiver, and this role is crucial in providing exceptional patient care, contributing to academic excellence, and supporting leading-edge research. The health system is comprised of over 20,000 employees working collaboratively to achieve healing for patients, the community, and each other.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in genetic counseling from an accredited program.
• Board certified or full MA genetic counseling license to practice in Massachusetts.
• Solid knowledge of genetics programs.
• Demonstrated skill in analyzing problems and making decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of three years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Consults with and obtains detailed pedigrees from the patient and/or family members.
• Investigates possible history of genetic diseases.
• Identifies individuals with genetic risk.
• Introduces and reviews basic genetic principles and patterns of inheritance.
• Counsels patient and/or family members about genetic risk and reproductive outcomes.
• Makes referrals for extended services when necessary.
• Discusses genetic testing when appropriate and makes referrals to testing centers.
• Records significant content of all discussions and documents summaries for medical records.
• Administers genetic testing program.
• Explains the advantages and disadvantages, current methodology, and accuracy of genetic testing.
• Informs patient and other professionals of the protocols for genetic testing.
• Acts as liaison between laboratories/clinics, patients, and referring physicians.
• Establishes and maintains patient files and handles general correspondence.
• Provides educational programs.
• Prepares and conducts lectures, conferences, meetings, and departmental in-services.
• Acts as an educational resource.

Benefits

• Signing bonus available (eligibility confirmed during interview process)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level