Genetics Counselor 2
About The Position
The UW Medical Center-Montlake – Adult Genetics Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Genetics Counselor 2. The individual in this position will compile, evaluate, and document the family history and genetic test results, and provide pre and post-test genetic counseling services to patients and/or families. Under general supervision, assesses and counsels clients with complex genetics problems. Participate in the development of educational programs; Instruct medical staff, students and others regarding program services. Provides general consultation to other health care staff including community physicians and other primary care providers. The Genetic Counselor will compile family histories, reviews medical records, genetic test results, and conduct patient education regarding complex genetic disorders. Refer complex cases to medical geneticist.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in genetics counseling or a related field from a program accredited by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel OR equivalent education and/or experience
- WA state DOH license for Genetic Counselor
- Certification by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel as a Genetics Counselor
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of professional genetic counseling experience
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical support for hereditary cancer visits scheduled with the physician clinical geneticist.
- Coordinate ordering specialized genetic tests; support or guide insurance preauthorization; identify additional family members to be tested
- Assist medical geneticist in determining patient care needs
- Discuss prognosis and management options with medical geneticist
- Educate patients regarding their risks/options and test results
- Provide grief and crisis counseling to individuals and/or families
- Work in an interdisciplinary team to provide follow-up patient care
- Coordinate patient services with other health care providers, social services, insurance companies, and other resources based upon evaluation of individual patient needs
- Coordinate the handling, ordering and shipping of samples for specialized genetic testing in other locations
Benefits
- Benefits for this position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
