Genetic Counselor

Genetic Counselor The University of New Mexico Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Genetics, is seeking a full-time Genetic Counselor to join its genetics team. The division provides a full range of genetic services to children and adults, conducting genetics and metabolic clinics in Albuquerque and at outreach clinics throughout New Mexico, and performing inpatient consults at UNM Children’s Hospital. The Division is committed to providing comprehensive genetic healthcare to children across New Mexico. By the start date of employment, the successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling (or equivalent) from an accredited program, be board eligible or certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling, and be eligible to apply for licensure in Genetic Counseling in the State of New Mexico. The position may offer up to $7,000.00 in moving reimbursement if needed. Responsibilities Collaborate with geneticists in genetics clinics: collect clinical information, obtain family histories, and document assessments in the medical record. Conduct independent genetic counseling clinics. Assist patients and families to understand genetic testing results, diagnoses, expected clinical course, recurrence risks, follow-up recommendations, and adjustment to disorder. Help families access available resources within the community and nationwide for support and information pertinent to the child’s genetic diagnosis. Develop educational materials and give presentations to related programs as appropriate. Participate in teaching of interns, residents, medical students, genetic counseling students, and other learners. Perform administrative duties related to evaluation and management of patients referred to the program. Travel to outreach clinic sites with a geneticist 1–2 times per month to complete genetics clinics hosted by Children’s Medical Services. Collaborate with the state newborn screening program. Qualifications Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling or directly equivalent discipline. Certified or board eligible as a Genetic Counselor. Preferred Qualifications Experience in clinical genetic counseling, including working directly with patients and families. Strong communication and teaching skills; ability to educate patients, families, and healthcare trainees and develop educational materials or presentations. Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, tuition remission and dependent education programs, and a comprehensive benefits package. Additional details are available on the Benefits home page. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of New Mexico