Genetic Counselor

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

1d • $38 - $56

About The Position

Provides genetic counseling as a practitioner as outlined in state licensure regulation. Works directly with the patient to provide assessment, counseling, follow-up, and referral to community resources if necessary. Provides needed documentation for patient and physicians. Works in collaboration with laboratory services to coordinate necessary services.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling Accredited program
• Active Candidate Status for ABGC board certification
• Knowledge of federal, state and municipal laws, regulation and standards that may impact the delivery of services for genetics

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive genetic counseling and testing to patients including interpreting clinical/laboratory findings and conveying them to patients and providers
• Researches information regarding a particular disorder and relays clinical/genetic information in a meaningful way.
• Assesses psychosocial situations and offers support.
• Educates patients regarding the risks and benefits of specific medical procedures so that they can provide informed consent.
• Refers families to other resources in the community, state or country when necessary and maintains client contact for follow up.
• Provides written documentation of genetic consult to patient and/or physician
• Works directory with laboratory providers in ordering necessary genetic or related tests, and evaluates the test results once received.
• Coordinates with non-ACL labs to arrange for reference testing and other services not provided by ACL.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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