Genetic Counselor
Genetic Counselor
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Job Description
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastestgrowing notforprofit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours Day Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Union Position:
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Sanford Health is currently recruiting a clinical Genetic Counselor to practice in the area of Womens Health with a primary role in MaternalFetal Medicine. We currently have a team of ten genetic counselors who serve the areas of pediatrics oncology maternalfetal medicine reproductive medicine adult genetics newborn screening and primary care.Summary
The Genetic Counselor provides genetic counseling to individuals and families at risk for heredity disorders in the area of Womens Health with a primary role in MaternalFetal Medicine.Job Description
Gathers patient information such as historical records and family health conditions for medical assessment. Assesses recurrence risks and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis of the risk benefit and cost. Educates patients and health professionals about genetic disorders; ensures appropriate patient referral and care. Reviews implications with the patient and provides crisis intervention regarding unexpected genetic conditions.
Ability to operate in clinic and laboratory settings and collaborate between the two. In laboratory settings the Genetic Counselor reviews literature and translates to reports reviews family histories to assess particular issues and interacts with colleagues to coordinate with lab techs and directors on reporting of results. In clinic settings the Genetic Counselor reviews literature and translates to patients reviews family histories to assess for genetic risks and collaborates with physicians and nurses on reporting of patients.
Qualifications
Master of science from a program accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) is required.Fulfills expectations for Genetic Counselor as outlined by the ABGC.
Master of Science from a program accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) is expectations for Genetic Counselor as outlined by the state licensure is required. Board certification through the American Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC) or the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) is required upon hire. If candidates are new graduates documentation of graduation from an accredited program must be provided upon hire; candidates are expected to sit for respective certification within their first year. Full licensure and ordering requirements require board certification.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
