Genetics Counselor ( Full-Time, Days)
Rochester Regional Health•Texas City, TX
•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Genetic Counselor role at Rochester Regional Health plays a crucial role in assessing and managing the risk of genetically inherited conditions. They work with patients and families to provide genetic testing, interpret medical histories and offer counseling.
Requirements
- Master's Degree from a board-accredited program in Genetics or Genetic Counseling
- Certified as a Genetics Counselor by the American Board of Medical Genetics or the American Board of Genetic Counseling or certification obtained within one year of hire
Responsibilities
- Obtain informed consent from patients and discuss their options.
- Analyzes and interprets test results and genetic information from family histories, and identifies patients or families at risk for specific diseases, disorders, or syndromes.
- Conducts risk assessments and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis.
- Coordinates treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
- Explains diagnostic procedures, such as ultrasound and amniocentesis.
- Document case details in patient files while ensuring confidentiality.
- Provide educational material and recommendations to patients.
- Oversee record maintenance.
- Write letters of medical necessity and complete other paperwork/documentation/calls for health insurance coverage of genetic testing
- Manages genetic test kit inventory
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
