Job Description
Job Summary:
Provides pre-and post- testing support for genetic testing. Collect appropriate clinical and family information from clients necessary for scheduling of appropriate tests, proper interpretation of test results and preparation of final reports.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Counsels patients regarding prenatal genetic testing including amniocentesis, Chorionic villus sampling, first and second trimester screening.
- Compiles and evaluates family history and genetic test results.
- Conducts patient education regarding complex genetic disorders (with a focus on familial cancer, cardiogentetics, neurogenetics, muscular dystrophies, inherited skin disorders, and inherited connective tissue disorders.
- Recommends standard genetic tests; identity additional family members to be tested.
- Educate patients regarding their risks/options and test results.
- Provide grief and crisis counseling to individuals and/or families as needed.
- Provides follow-up patient care and coordinates other resources based upon evaluation of individual patient needs and family goals.
Remote candidates must live or be hybrid in MD, DC, or VA
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Education
- Masters degree in human genetics or genetic counseling from an American Board of Genetics Counseling (ABGC) accredited training program (degree required prior to employment start date).
License, Certification, Registration
- Genetic Counselor Certificate within 36 months of hire from American Board of Genetic Counseling OR Genetic Counselor Certificate within 36 months of hire from American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
- National Provider Identifier required at hire
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three (3) years of experience as a genetic counselor.
Primary Location: Maryland,Suitland,Marlow Heights Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM
Working Hours End: 04:30 PM
Job Schedule: Part-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Remote
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: M38|UFCW|Local 400
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Marlow Heights Medical Center - Genetics - 1808
Pay Range: $45.57 - $61.34 / hour
Sign on bonus: $9000.00 The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Remote: Work location is the remote workplace (from home) within KP authorized states. Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Job Tags
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