Genetics Counselor 2

Genetics Counselor 2 – UW Medical Center-Montlake Adult Genetics Department Position located at UW Medical Center-Montlake, Seattle, Washington. Work Schedule Full Time / 40 Hours Per Week Day Shift Position Highlights Compile, evaluate, and document family history and genetic test results, and provide pre- and post-test genetic counseling services to patients and/or families. Under general supervision, assess and counsel clients with complex genetics problems. Participate in the development of educational programs; instruct medical staff, students, and others regarding program services. Provide general consultation to other health care staff including community physicians and other primary care providers. Compile family histories, review medical records, genetic test results, and conduct patient education regarding complex genetic disorders. Refer complex cases to medical geneticist. Primary Job Responsibilities Provide clinical support for hereditary cancer visits scheduled with the physician clinical geneticist. Coordinate ordering specialized genetic tests; support or guide insurance preauthorization; identify additional family members to be tested. Assist medical geneticist in determining patient care needs. Discuss prognosis and management options with medical geneticist. Educate patients regarding their risks/options and test results. Provide grief and crisis counseling to individuals and/or families. Work in an interdisciplinary team to provide follow-up patient care. Coordinate patient services with other health care providers, social services, insurance companies, and other resources based upon evaluation of individual patient needs. Coordinate the handling, ordering, and shipping of samples for specialized genetic testing in other locations. Desired One or more years of professional genetic counseling experience. Required Position Qualifications Master's Degree in genetics counseling or a related field from a program accredited by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel OR equivalent education and/or experience. License Required WA state DOH license for Genetic Counselor. Accreditation Requirement: Certification by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel as a Genetics Counselor. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $48.01 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $66.70 hourly Other Compensation: — (None) Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position. FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, nationality, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Washington