Genetic Counselor-Intermediate

Job Description

Overview

Responsible for coordinating specialized genetic counseling services for Hemophilia Treatment Center for Adults and Pediatrics to also include Pediatric Neurology and Developmental Pediatrics Clinic by designing, developing, implementing and supervising patient / family genetic counseling programs. Analyzes and interprets information about the genetic disorder and inheritance patterns to aid in diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Counsels patients and families by explaining aspects of the disease, current state of knowledge, and potential diagnostic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, relatives and others to obtain and evaluate data on personal medical and genetic family history.
• Counsels patients and families by explaining aspects of the disease, current state of knowledge, and potential diagnostic techniques.
• Coordinates specialized genetic counseling services for identified patient populations.
• Analyzes and interprets information about the genetic disorder and inheritance patterns to aid in diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
• Compare and evaluate various courses of action and have the authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance, free from immediate direction, within the scope of their responsibilities.
• Initiates and completes major projects resulting in publication, grant or presentation.
• Trains shadowing students / GC students rotating in clinic.
• Provides subject matter expertise and guidance to peers and colleagues.
• Initiates, develops, and recommends changes to policies, procedures, and patient care activities in the program specific area of human / clinical genetics.
• Independently completes all paperwork and patient / insurance follow-ups.
• Actively participates in team meetings and collaboration.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Master's degree in genetic counseling is required.

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Required Skills

About Us

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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