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$42/hr–$60/hr
Part-time
postgraduate degree
Posted 29d ago
Apply by Aug 13
~24 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Genetic Counselor Specialist provides direct patient care, including genetic counseling, family history collection, and the explanation of diagnostic risks and benefits. They are also responsible for coordinating care with other departments and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in genetic counseling and possess a Genetic Counselor License. Additionally, they must be ABMG/ABGC certified or board eligible.
Full job description
Overview
Patients receiving genetic counseling at Legacy look to experts in the field not just for advice, but also for compassionate, ethical communication that respects their dignity. If these are the attributes you strive to maintain as a Genetic Counselor Specialist, you may be an ideal candidate for this opportunity.
This is a non-exempt position for on-call employees with unpredictable hours and schedules.
Responsible for direct patient care and patient care coordination for Medical Genetics patients. Duties include taking family histories, teaching genetic concepts, explaining risks and benefits of various diagnostic procedures, facilitating a decision making process for clients, documenting sessions in letters to referring care providers, calling lab results, and providing supportive, non-directive counseling. Also responsible for data collections as directed.
Please note, this is a part- time benefitted position.
Legacy Medical Group is made up of more than 50 primary care clinics and specialty practices plus doctors who specifically care for hospitalized patients. We have more than 800 care providers in Legacy Medical Group. The result is that anywhere you get care in the Legacy system, you have access to a range of specialists.
Responsibilities
Patient Care
Provides genetic counseling to patients. Utilizes genetic counseling process to provide patient care that recognizes and responds to individual needs; provides current information; and adheres to NSGC guidelines, code of ethics and department protocols. Provides counseling in a complete, comprehensive, and non-directive manner.
Planning and Coordination of Care
Collects data and assists in the preparation of clinical case plans for patients scheduled for genetic counseling. Prepares three generation pedigrees; anticipates needs and obtains information for case management, such as medical records. Conducts literature search as appropriate. Coordinates care with appropriate departments (e.g. Ultrasound and Lab).
Communication and Documentation
Provides written and/or verbal communications so that patients and referring care providers have the information to meet their needs. Provides results of normal tests to families within 24 hours and notifies primary care providers of abnormal results within 24 hours. Maintains communications with families through decision making and resolution. Writes consultation letters within 48 hours after meeting with patients. Reviews intake forms and documents all verbal communication and correspondence.
Participation in Community and Professional Education
Acts as a resource to both hospital and community; develops goals for professional development. Remains active in professional organizations; provides staff education as requested.
Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree in genetic counseling
Skills:
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions
Licensure
Genetic Counselor License required
ABMG/ABGC certified or board eligible
Pay Range
USD $42.06 - USD $60.14 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Good health for our people, our patients, our communities and our world. Legacy Health is a local nonprofit that provides comprehensive primary, secondary and tertiary care services across the Portland and Vancouver metro area and the mid-Willamette Valley.
That means helping people get healthy, and staying that way. Encouraging medical professionals to set a higher standard. Tending to the little things that help patients heal. And supporting our staff in doing whatever it takes to meet the needs of those we serve.
But it's not just what we do, it's why we do it. At Legacy, our fundamental responsibility is to improve the wellness of everyone we touch, to empower people to live healthier lives, and to create a legacy that truly lives on.
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