Genetic Counselor - Center for Perinatal Medicine

Northside Hospital Inc. • Atlanta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from accredited Genetic Counseling training program (provisional accreditation acceptable/second year students in good standing may apply)
• Licensed as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Georgia or valid Temporary License as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Georgia
• Board certification in Genetic Counseling by the ABMG or ABGC is required within 18 months of employment, or within the timeframe required by the employee’s Temporary License as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Georgia.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two (2) years of genetic counseling experience
• Membership in a professional genetic counseling organization
• Management / supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Assists with the development, implementation and coordination of all genetic counseling, screening, testing, and follow-up for specific patient populations.
• Supports the development and promotion of the program through education to the lay and medical community.
• Functions as a resource to other members of the health care team.
• Consults with physicians and other health care providers and makes recommendations for appropriate services and patient health care management.
• May also participate in other research activities as directed.

What This Job Offers

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