Genetic Counselor
Company: Beacon Health System
Location: South Bend
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Reports to the Practice Manager. As an integral part of the
diagnostic team, provides genetic counseling and education to
patients and families in a prenatal and preconception setting.
Assesses individual or family risk for a variety of inherited
conditions. Provides information to other healthcare providers
and/or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of
inherited conditions. Advises and educates individuals and families
to support informed decision making and coping methods for those at
risk. Manages caseload and follow up care.MISSION, VALUES and
SERVICE GOALSMISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health,
and connect with heart.VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity.
Compassion.SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone
informed. Be on their team.Provides genetic counseling to
patients:Receives referrals and schedules appointments within a
week of referral.Collects genetic information to prepare for each
patient referred.Interviews patients by taking family, medical, and
pregnancy histories to identify significant genetic and
environmental risk factors.Explains to patients and their family
members' genetic risks, diagnosis, and available interventions
and/or prevention strategies.Gathers information and utilizes
resources from various sources; calculates or cites empiric genetic
risks to each individual patient or family member.Identifies
at-risk individuals and offers appropriate tests and referrals to
genetic specialists.Maintains patients' files and records, such as
number of patients counseled and types of referrals, according to
departmental and laboratory standards. Uses EMR systems for
documentation using appropriate systems for in-patients and
out-patients.Consults with Medical Genetics Specialist or
Geneticist as necessary.Supplies detailed consultation reports to
patients and physicians following counseling session.Contributes to
the achievement of established department goals and objectives and
adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and
safety standards.Complies with applicable governmental regulations
and accreditation requirements.Participates in research activities
related to the field of medical genetics and genetic
counseling.Develops and maintains a good relationship with the
referral laboratories and stays up-to-date on testing offered. Also
coordinates specimen collection and delivery to laboratory of
choice.Participates in community outreach.Serves as a resource to
patients, Beacon staff and the community:Gives lectures and
educational sessions on genetic counseling and medical genetics
issues to residents, staff, and community.Participates in
multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams, in
meetings and on committees, and represents the department and
hospital in community outreach efforts.Performs other functions to
maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall
effectiveness of the department by:Works closely with others to
ensure research programs and services are delivered in a manner
that maximizes quality and productivity.Completes other job-related
assignments and special projects as assigned.ORGANIZATIONAL
RESPONSIBILITIESAssociate complies with the following
organizational requirements:Attends and participates in department
meetings and is accountable for all information shared.Completes
mandatory education, annual compete ncies and department specific
education within established timeframes.Completes annual employee
health requirements within established timeframes.Maintains
license/certification, registration in good standing throughout
fiscal year.Direct patient care providers are required to maintain
current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by
position/department.Consistently utilizes appropriate universal
precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to
protect patient and self.Adheres to regulatory agency requirements,
survey process and compliance.Complies with established
organization and department policies.Available to work overtime in
addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when
required.Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System,
referred to as The Beacon Way:Leverage innovation
everywhere.Cultivate human talent.Embrace performance
improvement.Build greatness through accountability.Use information
to improve and advance.Communicate clearly and continuously.
Education and ExperienceThe knowledge, skills and abilities as
indicated below are normally acquired through the successful
completion of a Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling. A minimum of
two years experience as a genetic counselor preferred. Experience
in Perinatology is desirable. Certified (or board eligible) in
genetic counseling by the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG)
- - or - - Certified in genetic counseling (or board eligible) by
the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC). If hired as board
certification-eligible, must obtain requisite certification within
two years of date of hire into the position.Knowledge &
SkillsRequires an in-depth knowledge of information and techniques
needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases including
symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions,
and preventive health-care measures.Requires knowledge of
counseling techniques and the ability to identify and utilize
appropriate resources.Demonstrates the communication skills (which
includes verbal, written and listening) necessary to effectively
counsel patients and their families. Also requires the ability to
make group presentations.Demonstrates the interpersonal skills
necessary to promote and maintain cooperative, courteous and
sincere relationships with patients, family members, physicians,
staff and the public.Demonstrates sensitivity when working with
patients and their families and the ability to interact in a
professional, sincere and caring manner.Requires time management
and problem solving skills and the ability to independently
prioritize and organize work activities; also requires the ability
to work effectively under pressure.Demonstrates the computer skills
and knowledge necessary to effectively use and support various
computer programs.Working ConditionsWorks in an office
environment.Physical DemandsRequires the physical ability and
stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.
Keywords: Beacon Health System, South Bend , Genetic Counselor, Other , South Bend, Indiana
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