Counselor-Genetics I
Job Location
Department
05 August, 2021
Full Time
Day
312334
Counselor-Genetics I
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Job Description
Overview
Indiana University has a temporary full-time position available to support a primarily pediatric general genetics clinical practice from August – December 2021 to cover a maternity leave in this service area. In this role you would provide genetic counseling clinical services to individuals and their families for a wide variety of hereditary conditions and complex indications.
Provides genetic counseling and testing for patients and families including identifying, ordering and coordinating genetic laboratory tests, and other diagnostic studies, as appropriate for the genetic assessment. Integrates genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate genetic risk factors and clinical implications. Educates health professionals, patients and families about genetic diseases and hereditary disorders, treatment options, risk factors and any available community resources. Refers patients to specialists when necessary. May teach or oversee genetic counseling students.
• Required to maintain a current Genetic Counselor license in the state of Indiana.
• Requires Board Certification by ABMG/ABGC or Board eligible within 1 year of employment.
• Requires basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Qualifications for the Counselor-Genetics I Role
Overview
Indiana University has a temporary full-time position available to support a primarily pediatric general genetics clinical practice from August – December 2021 to cover a maternity leave in this service area. In this role you would provide genetic counseling clinical services to individuals and their families for a wide variety of hereditary conditions and complex indications.
Provides genetic counseling and testing for patients and families including identifying, ordering and coordinating genetic laboratory tests, and other diagnostic studies, as appropriate for the genetic assessment. Integrates genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate genetic risk factors and clinical implications. Educates health professionals, patients and families about genetic diseases and hereditary disorders, treatment options, risk factors and any available community resources. Refers patients to specialists when necessary. May teach or oversee genetic counseling students.
- Requires Masters degree in Genetic Counseling or Medical Genetics.
- Required to maintain a current Genetic Counselor license in the state of Indiana.
- Requires Board Certification by ABMG/ABGC or Board eligible within 1 year of employment.
- Requires basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We’re looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.
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