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Scheduled Hours 20 Position Summary Participates with a clinical geneticist in the delivery of genetic services. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Elicits individual and family histories and information regarding the psychological and socioeconomic status of the family. Reviews with the family and clinical geneticist the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment planned. Transmits pertinent information about genetic risks and mechanism. Assists the family in assimilating the genetic information and adjusting to its implications. Implements the treatment plan and makes appropriate referrals to medical, nursing, social work and psychological services. Provides follow-up support to patients and their families. Summarizes findings for patients and referring physicians. Participates in the education of parents, community groups, physicians, medical professionals, agencies, staff and students regarding human genetics. Facilitates provision of services, including intake and clinic organization. Assists in the development and implementation of ongoing clinical investigations in genetics. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Physical Effort: Typically sitting at desk or table. Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement. Equipment: Office equipment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Master's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses: The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Genetic Counselor - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), Certified Genetic Counselor - American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMG) Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.
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