Prenatal Genetic Counselor

American Addiction Centers • Chicago, IL

80d • $37 - $60

About The Position

This is an in-person prenatal position for a prenatal genetic counselor working within the MFM department at IL Masonic. The role involves providing comprehensive genetic counseling and testing to patients, interpreting clinical/laboratory findings, and conveying them to patients and providers. The genetic counselor will research information regarding specific disorders, assess psychosocial situations, and educate patients about the risks and benefits of medical procedures to ensure informed consent. The position also includes referring families to community resources, maintaining client contact for follow-up, and coordinating with laboratory providers for necessary genetic tests. Additionally, the counselor will participate in multidisciplinary meetings, provide education to healthcare professionals, and mentor new team members.

Requirements

• Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling and licensure in the state in which teammate practices.
• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling Accredited program.
• 3-9 years of experience required.
• Knowledge of federal, state and municipal laws, regulation and standards that may impact the delivery of services for genetics.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people under stressful circumstances with diplomacy and tact.
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic computer skills including the use of computer applications.

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.
• Works directly 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.
• Participates in multidisciplinary or specialty clinic meetings and projects as the genetics expert.
• Provides education to physicians and allied health professionals.
• Participates in division level improvement project(s) benefitting patient care and the provision of genetics services.
• Participates in the development and presentation of genetics education programs for genetic counselors, physicians, other health professionals and lay populations.
• Serves as a mentor/coach for new team members including Entry level genetic counselor and Genetic Counselor I.

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
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees