Senior Prenatal Genetic Counselor - Remote/Onsite

Oregon Health & Science University; Oregon; Híbrido; USD 95.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Oregon Health & Science University is seeking a Senior Genetic Counselor to provide outpatient genetic counseling in the Center for Women's Health, focusing on preconception, reproductive, and prenatal care. You will educate patients and professionals about genetic diseases and testing options and assist families in coping with genetic information.

Join a multidisciplinary team, supervise graduate students, and participate in teaching OB/GYN residents and MFM/REI Fellows.

Formación

• Master's degree in human genetics and counseling or related field
• 5 years' experience as a genetic counselor
• Board certified as a genetic counselor by the American Board of Genetic Counselors

Responsabilidades

• Obtains accurate personal and family history and interprets genetic risks for offspring.
• Provides professional genetic counseling and helps patients understand genetic conditions and testing options.
• Documents and updates medical records; collaborates with the healthcare team.
• Coordinates specimen handling and shipping for specialized genetic tests.
• Manages insurance authorization discussions with managed care as needed.
• Monitors test results and advises on plan of care and patient education.
• Assesses patient and family needs to plan subsequent care and coping strategies.
• Counsels patients and families facing emotional distress from fetal/genetic findings.
• Responds to inquiries from providers, patients, and community about genetic topics.
• Keeps current on advances in genetics; participates in conferences and continuing education.
• Supervises and trains genetic counseling graduate students; teaches CWH learners including OB/GYN residents and fellows

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Oral and written communication

Educación

Master's degree in human genetics and counseling

Descripción del empleo

Oregon Health & Science University is seeking a Senior Genetic Counselor to provide outpatient genetic counseling in the Center for Women's Health, focusing on preconception, reproductive, and prenatal care. You will educate patients and professionals about genetic diseases and testing options and assist families in coping with genetic information.

Join a multidisciplinary team, supervise graduate students, and participate in teaching OB/GYN residents and MFM/REI Fellows.