Pediatric Genetic Counselor – Temporary Position
Job ID:
R150396
Shift:
1st
Full/Part Time:
Part_time
Pay Range:
$34.90 – $56.25
Location:
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital – 1775 Dempster St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hours Per Week:
24
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
This is a .6 position that will cover medical genetics clinics, mostly on Tues/Thursdays with flexibility on other scheduled days.
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
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Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required:
Active Candidate Status for ABGC board certification.
Education Required:
Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling Accredited program.
Experience Required:
No experience required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Knowledge of federal, state and municipal laws, regulation and standards that may impact the delivery of services for genetics.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people under stressful circumstances with diplomacy and tact.
Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Basic computer skills including the use of computer applications.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Mental and emotional demands can be high as the genetic counselor has to deal with high patient anxiety, stress, and sorrow.
May be exposed to the following hazards: chemical, mechanical, chemical and/or blood and body fluids; therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Position may require travel, therefore, may be exposed to severe road and weather conditions.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- 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.
Clinical Services at Advocate Aurora
Advocate Health Care is the largest health system in Illinois and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. One of the state’s largest private employers, the system serves patients across 11 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and more than 250 sites of care. Advocate Health Care, in addition to Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
