Genetic Counselor I

Department: 37357 Carolinas Medical Center - LC: Genetics: Morehead Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou** rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 40 hours/week (flexible hours - this can be discussed during the interview process) Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Major Responsibilities: Provides comprehensive genetic counseling and testing to patients including interpreting clinical/laboratory findings and conveying them to patients and providers Researches information regarding a particular disorder and relays clinical/genetic information in a meaningful way. Assesses psychosocial situations and offers support. Educates patients regarding the risks and benefits of specific medical procedures so that they can provide informed consent. Refers families to other resources in the community, state or country when necessary and maintains client contact for follow up. Provides written documentation of genetic consult to patient and/or physician Works directory with laboratory providers in ordering necessary genetic or related tests, and evaluates the test results once received. Coordinates with non-ACL labs to arrange for reference testing and other services not provided by ACL This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Please note: An opportunity is available to upgrade the position if we have a qualified Genetic Counselor II candidate Our CommitmenttoYou: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr