Outpatient Genetics Faculty

The Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine located at Nationwide Childrens Hospital in Columbus Ohio is seeking a clinical geneticist to join in our outpatient clinical research and teaching activities.

The Division serves inpatients and outpatients of all ages in a variety of disciplines several subspeciality clinics. The successful candidate will collaborate with specialists and genetic counselors at NCH to build the future of outpatient genetic care joining an expanding team that consists of ten clinical geneticists two metabolic 21 genetic counselors three metabolic dieticians three nurse practitioners and metabolic medical istants/LPNs. Full genetics laboratory services on site include biochemical genetics cytogenetics and molecular diagnostic labs including onsite genome sequencing. Special focused clinics welcome neurology cardiology nephrology heme etc and/or syndrome focused work.

The Division also supports a Clinical Genetics residency program and fellowships in Medical Biochemical Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics. Nationwide Childrens is 1 of 8 Regional Genetics Centers funded by the Ohio Department of Health serving over 3.5 million >750000 pediatric age in central northwest and southeast Ohio with 35000 births annually.

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.
• Maintains accurate and uptodate medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
• Participates in the training and education of medical students residents and fellows as required.
• Stays uptodate with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent required.
• Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable required.

• Medical License in the State of Ohio required.
• Unrestricted licensed physician required.

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics required.

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Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist Blood and/or Bodily Fluids Chemicals/Medications Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens Flexing/extending of neck Fume /Gases /Vapors Lifting / Carrying: 010 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 1120 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 2140 lbs Loud Noises Patient Equipment Pushing / Pulling: 025 lbs Reaching above shoulder Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills Hand use: grasping gripping turning Repetitive hand/arm use Sitting Standing Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Color vision Decision Making Depth perception Hearing acuity Interpreting Data Peripheral vision Problem solving Seeing Far/near

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet