Genetic Counselor

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Closing Date:

01/04/2026

Type of Position:

Academic (Non-Classified)

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

COM Peds Genetics OBGYN

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Genetic Counselor will provide genetic counseling to individuals and families at risk for birth defects and/or hereditary disorders. This position will assess recurrence risks and recommend medical or genetic testing based on analysis of the risk benefit and cost. This position will review implications with the patient and provide crisis intervention regarding unexpected genetic conditions. The Genetic Counselor educates physicians and health professionals and ensures appropriate patient referral and care.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Genetic Counseling from a school accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling.

• Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling or the American Board of Medical Genetics.

• Obtains Arkansas Licensure for Genetic Counseling.

Responsibilities:

• Provides education and genetic counseling to prenatal/preconception patients and families for a wide variety of indications.

• Gathers medical developmental and family history and recommends medical or genetic testing.

• Participates in the formulation of a comprehensive plan of care for high-risk pregnancies affected with birth defects and/or genetic/chromosome disorders. This may occur at any of our Womens Health/Maternal-Fetal Medicine clinics.

• Provides test results and educates the patient/family on the significance of the results.

• Reviews inheritance patterns and determines at-risk family members.

• Works closely with physicians in a wide variety of Womens Health clinical specialties to help integrate genetics into prenatal patient care.

• Assists in the coordination of referrals to other specialists as needed.

• Assists with specialty prenatal diagnosis clinics (ie fetal cardiology) as assigned.

• Stays current on information regarding specific genetic syndromes available testing and research opportunities.

• Completion of documentation of patient visits/interactions including letters to patients/referring physicians in a timely manner.

• Serves as a liaison between UAMS (and all MFM clinics) and private healthcare providers to answer questions regarding genetic counseling/testing available screening and diagnostic procedures.

• Assists in the completion of tasks associated with the ADH maternal serum screening program.

• Participates in the education of students in medicine allied healthcare nursing and sonography as directed.

• Designs educational materials and protocols for existing and new Womens Health programs related to genetics.

• Presents educational sessions to schools consumer groups and the public as directed/of interested.

• Supervises MS in GC students during their prenatal genetics clinical rotations.

• Coordinates and conducts special assignments as directed by MFM physicians and AFDM staff.

• Participates in MFM Fellow research projects as interested

• Participates in MS in GC research projects as interested.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

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Occasional Physical Activity:

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