Genetic Counselor - Almara l Maternal Fetal Consultants

Revo Health•Edina, MN

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Almara Maternal Fetal provides excellence in diagnostic obstetrical ultrasound, fetal diagnosis and treatment planning, genetic counseling, and consultation for medical/fetal complications of pregnancy. You will work closely with another genetic counselor and report to a Maternal Fetal Medicine physician, along with skilled and experienced sonographers and registered nurse clinical coordinators. We value evidence-based patient care, work/life integration, and education. This is a part-time role, .75 FTE, working 3-4 days a week, Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at our Edina location. Almara Maternal Fetal is part of Almara Women’s Health, an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Master’s level genetic counseling program
American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Boards of Medical Genetics Certificate upon hire
Fulfill the expectations for a Genetic Counselor as outlined by the American Board of Genetic Counseling
Licensed as a Genetic Counselor by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Ability to sit for extended periods (up to 8 or more hours per day).
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment.
Ability to lift and carry office supplies or files weighing up to 20 pounds.
Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).
Comply with company policies, procedures, practices, and business ethics guidelines.
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately, and meet deadlines.
Prioritize workload effectively.
Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face, phone and email interactions.
Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of Perinatal Genetic Counseling preferred

Responsibilities

Provides genetic counseling for patients under the supervision of a physician or in consultation with a physician
Provides high quality care in accordance with the National Society of Genetic Counselors and Code of Ethics
Counsel patients and families on genetic risk factors, family history
Provide genetic counseling services for families and coordinate serum screening, molecular diagnostic testing or carrier detection screening
Develop and provide educational services to health professionals and community groups
Develop educational materials regarding genetic disease for patients, families, health professionals
Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with health team members
Demonstrate ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.
Provide a vital role in supporting patients through challenging pregnancies
Compassionately communicate with patients, family members, and primary obstetrician
Serve as expert resource to patients, families and staff
Participate in ongoing educational activities
Remain flexible and responsive when changes occur in patient activity and workload
Any and all other duties as assigned