Pediatric Genetic Counselor - Family-Centered Care & Education

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UHA University Health Associates in Morgantown, West Virginia is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide genetic counseling to patients and families. You will assess recurrence risk and inheritance patterns, discuss treatments and prognosis, and coordinate with local services and support groups.

Travel for outreach clinics is required. Minimum qualifications include Certified Genetic Counselor through the American Board of Genetic Counseling; preferred one year of clinical experience with

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Genetic Counselor (ABGC).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to interpret complex genetic information for patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide genetic counseling to patients and families across a wide range of conditions.
• Obtain and interpret family history, medical history and test results; coordinate laboratory testing.
• Prepare written reports and communicate recommendations to physicians, agencies, and families.
• Coordinate implementation of recommendations and follow-up with patients and providers.
• Teach classes/workshops on genetic evaluation and conditions as requested.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with computers

Education

Certified Genetic Counselor through the American Board of Genetic Counseling

Job description

UHA University Health Associates in Morgantown, West Virginia is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide genetic counseling to patients and families. You will assess recurrence risk and inheritance patterns, discuss treatments and prognosis, and coordinate with local services and support groups.

Travel for outreach clinics is required. Minimum qualifications include Certified Genetic Counselor through the American Board of Genetic Counseling; preferred one year of clinical experience with