Neurology Genetic Counselor (Movement Disorders)

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial HealthCare is hiring a Genetic Counselor for Neurology. This full-time, days position focuses on providing genetic counseling to patients, lecturing and mentoring students, and contributing to the clinical research program in movement disorders.

Responsibilities include evaluating genetic risks, explaining testing options such as panels and exomes, and interpreting results for patients and physicians. Equal opportunity employer with strong ethics and compliance commitments.

Qualifications

• Genetic Counselor, Licensed.
• Zero to two years’ experience in a relevant role.

Responsibilities

• Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
• Explain genetic testing such as panel testing, exome sequencing, and genome sequencing.
• Provide genetic counseling in movement disorders including presymptomatic and diagnostic situations.
• Assess patients' psychological or emotional needs and make referral recommendations.
• Provide counseling to patient and family members with information, education or reassurance.
• Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services and reviewing literature.
• Discuss testing options and risks with patients to aid informed decisions.
• Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to patients or physicians.
• Interview patients or review medical records to obtain comprehensive histories and document findings.
• Research responsibilities including involvement in Movement Disorders Biorepository and related activities.

Skills

Licensed Genetic Counselor

Job description

Northwestern Memorial HealthCare is hiring a Genetic Counselor for Neurology. This full-time, days position focuses on providing genetic counseling to patients, lecturing and mentoring students, and contributing to the clinical research program in movement disorders.

Responsibilities include evaluating genetic risks, explaining testing options such as panels and exomes, and interpreting results for patients and physicians. Equal opportunity employer with strong ethics and compliance commitments.