EOE Statement:
Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Type/Schedule:
This position is full-time and works approximately 40 hours per week.
Department Name/Job Location:
This position is in the Department of Pediatrics Genetics & Genomics. The position is located at Northwest Tower. This position is for the Medical School Campus.
Essential Functions:
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for participating with a clinical geneticist in the delivery of genetic services PRIMARY DUTIES AND 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
Salary Range:
The hiring range for this position is $55,370 - $70,595 annually.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree from an accredited genetic counseling program.
- Must be board certified in genetic counseling by the either the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) or the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or eligible to obtain certification within a year of graduation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. level education in genetics, social work, public health, nursing or related field.
- Certification as Genetic Counselor.
- Masters degree from ABGC certified genetic counseling program.
- ABGC eligible/certified.
- 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
Pre-Employment Screening:
Offers made for this position are contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment screens, including a criminal background check, hair sample drug screen, and verification of required professional licenses, registrations, or certifications.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for full-time benefits.� Please visit our website at http://hr.wustl.edu to view a summary of benefits.
Internal Applicant Instruction:
This position is grade C12.
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