Genetic Counselor

Children's Hospital & Medical Center•Omaha, NE

About The Position

At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview The Genetic Counselor provides expert genetic education, risk assessment, counseling, and psychosocial support to patients and families in inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Clinical responsibilities span general genetics, metabolic, and various specialty and multidisciplinary clinics. The counselor interprets genetic and genomic data, facilitates informed decision-making, and collaborates closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support the diagnosis, management, and follow-up care for individuals with or at risk for genetic conditions. The Genetic Counselor is a team-oriented professional with strong communication, organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Master's Degree Candidates must have a master’s degree from an ACGC-accredited program Required
1-3 years experience as a genetic counselor, preferably in pediatric clinical setting Preferred
Health Services\ABGC - American Board of Genetic Counseling Board-certified or board-eligible through the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) Upon Hire Required
State licensure as a Genetic Counselor in Nebraska within 2 Years Required

Nice To Haves

Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills
Team orientated profession with ability to work independently
Knowledge of medical terminology
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Obtains and interprets detailed medical, developmental, and family histories
Participates in patient encounters, provides genetic counseling to families and care providers
Formally documents patient encounters and test results in the electronic medical record according to institutional standards and provides summaries to patients after counseling sessions in an understandable and supportive manner
Assists with choosing, consenting, and arranging genetic testing logistics, including ordering, insurance pre-authorization, and result disclosure to provide the most efficient and cost-effective care
Collaborates closely with geneticists, specialists, and other team members to ensure comprehensive care
Participates in inpatient consultations, specialty clinic appointments, and multidisciplinary/specialty case reviews as needed
Independently, or in consultation with a physician, responds to calls and inquiries
Educates patients, families, and healthcare providers about genetic conditions, inheritance testing, and available resources
Provides training and mentorship to the public and to internal students and healthcare professionals
Responsible for participating in and organizing professional training
Uses research, continuing education, genetic conferences, and collaboration with colleagues to stay current on genetic disorders
Contribute to development and growth of the hospital’s genetic counseling services and workflows
Participate in quality improvement, policy development, and outcomes tracking initiatives
Ensure compliance with regulatory, documentation, and billing requirements