Genetic Clinical Counselor I - Pediatrics Genetics

Position Summary Scheduled Hours: 40 Position Summary: This is a Pediatric Genetic Counselor position that functions as part of the WUSM healthcare team, providing genetic counseling and education for patients and families. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Elicits individual and family histories and information regarding the psychological and socioeconomic status of the family. Reviews with the family and clinical geneticist the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment planned. Transmits pertinent information about genetic risks and mechanism. Assists the family in assimilating the genetic information and adjusting to its implications. Implements the treatment plan and makes appropriate referrals to medical, nursing, social work and psychological services. Provides follow-up support to patients and their families. Summarizes findings for patients and referring physicians. Participates in the education of parents, community groups, physicians, medical professionals, agencies, staff and students regarding human genetics. Facilitates provision of services, including intake and clinic organization. Assists in the development and implementation of ongoing clinical investigations in genetics. Working Conditions Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Physical Effort: Typically sitting at desk or table. Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement. Equipment: Office equipment. Required Qualifications Education: Master's degree - Genetic Counseling Certifications / Professional Licenses: Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Genetic Counselor - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), Certified Genetic Counselor - American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMG) Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position. Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. Preferred Qualifications Competent in interviewing and counseling techniques to elicit from patients or family the information necessary to reach appropriate conclusion. Knowledge of genetic and mathematics principles to understand the limitations, interpretations and significance of specialized laboratory and genetic procedures. Ability to anticipate areas of difficulty and conflict, to help families and individuals recognize and cope with their emotional and psychological needs and to recognize situations requiring referral and to transmit pertinent information effectively. Master’s degree from an accredited genetic counseling program. Must be board certified in genetic counseling by either the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG), the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), or be eligible to obtain certification within a year of graduation. Basic Life Support certification (online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements). Grade & Salary Grade: C12 Salary Range: $62,000.00 - $96,100.00 / Annually. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family: We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. If policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Independent Educational Consultants Association