Genetic Counselor - Pediatrics Genetics & Metabolism

Classification Title:

Genetic Counselor

Job Description:

This position is responsible for managing genetic counseling interactions during
medical clinics held either in Gainesville or in the outlying areas.

This position will be responsible for:
• Managing genetic counseling interactions during medical clinics held either
in Gainesville or in the outlying areas. The genetic counselor alsoparticipates in the telemedicine program as backup for the other geneticcounselors. The genetic counselor meets with families in clinic and gatherinformation about genetic risks. Genetic counselor interprets suchinformation in consort with an MD geneticist and provides follow-updocumentation of genetic counseling recommendations.
• Oversight of the Florida Expanded Newborn Screening Program in conjunction
with Geneticists and Nutritionists for both metabolic and cystic fibrosisscreens. Responsible for contacting families and their physicians withabnormal NBS results, arranging for diagnostic studies, and providing geneticcounseling.
• Provision of inpatient consultations, interactions with attending physicians,
patients, residents, medical students and other medical personnel.
• Administrative duties as assigned by the Division Chief and Senior Genetic
Counselor.
• The genetic counselor will work with divisional staff to coordinate
appointments, referrals and collection of appropriate records. Will overseethe overall activities of the clinical genetics program as it relates to theprovision of genetic counseling.
• Will provide educational lectures through the School of Medicine and through
Children’s Medical Services, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, orother organizations as required as part of the Regional Genetics Grant withthe state of Florida.
• Will participate in the hiring and training of new genetic counselors,
dietitians, and front office staff.

Expected Salary:

$82,000-$88,000

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in genetic counseling or a related field from a program
accredited by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel, and
one year of professional genetic counseling experience, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in genetic counseling.
Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a time limited position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

$65,000-$80,000

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