Genetic Counselor 2

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The Department of Pediatrics - Neonatology has an exciting opportunity for a Genetic Counselor 2. The Genetic Counselor 2 provides clinical care, contributes towards research, and/or supports clinical laboratory services by using intermediate genetic counseling skills and competencies. This job level demonstrates advanced level of clinical practice skills in the area of expertise, and works independently in clinical care, education, research or other related area.

• Performs case preparation and follow-up independently, which may include obtaining medical records, performing literature review, making referrals, and other tasks.
• Collects and evaluates patient medical and family history; performs genetic risk assessments independently, demonstrating expertise with risk assessment tools; provides clear risk information to patients and providers.
• Anticipates possible testing, coordinates outside testing with ease, interprets genetic test results, and communicates results to families and healthcare professionals.
• Provides psychosocial assessment and counseling, formulates and implements a case management plan, and identifies resources.
• Documents all patient encounters. Understands clinical area of expertise in order to work independently, and be able to identify when appropriate to consult with another healthcare provider.
• Initiates and provides independent consultation to patients, families and other healthcare providers.
• Provides clinic development, coordination or management to contribute to success within area of expertise.
• Demonstrates understanding related to genetic tests and the associated disorders provided by the laboratory; develops expertise in assigned testing area.
• Develops and reports results, including generating and reviewing reports, calling out/explaining abnormal, preliminary, or stat results, and suggestions for appropriate follow-up consultations or testing.
• Acts as a liaison for clients of the laboratories, providing information and technical support on appropriate test use, limits/accuracy, interpretation of results, reporting and/or follow-up of abnormal results.
• Develops and presents/publishes educational materials related to laboratory testing, design and maintain Laboratory and product-specific websites.
• Develops and maintains clinical databases as needed.
• Collaborates with others to design and conduct test launch activities; provides feedback from customers, national meetings, or other areas to actively contribute to the marketing and business planning for the laboratory in his/her area of expertise.
• Utilizes curriculum design theory in all educational activities, including supervising genetic counseling students and other medical trainees.
• Develops lectures/courses, educational outreach activities/events, and creates/edits written educational materials.
• Participates in opportunities for more in depth teaching, as schedule permits, to include course development, research mentoring, peer and community education.
• Participates in research as a study coordinator, project manager and/or investigator.
• Stays current and abreast of changes as it relates to research compliance, changes in study design, appropriate research methodologies, collecting and managing data, as necessary, and contributes to publications related to the research.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in relevant field
• Genetic Counselor FL License
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to recognize, analyze and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
c107