Genetics Counselor (S)

SSM Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Madison, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provides genetic counseling to patients and coordinates screening programs for inherited conditions. Responsibilities include analyzing inheritance patterns, interpreting complex laboratory data, and developing long-term counseling plans.

Qualifications

You have a Master's degree in Genetics Counseling, Medical Genetics, or Human Genetics, with no prior experience required. You will be responsible for identifying at-risk families, interpreting genetic data, and providing counseling to patients regarding genetic disorders and testing. You must also possess the necessary state-specific licensure and certification as a Genetic Counselor.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Genetics Counseling

Medical Genetics

Human Genetics

Genetic testing

Genetic screening

Genetic disorders

Inheritance patterns

Licensed Genetic Counselor

Certified Genetic Counselor

Job Description

It's more than a career, it's a calling.

WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Summary:

Provides genetic counseling to patients and counseling and coordination services for other screening programs.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identifies families at risk for genetic disorders, children with birth defects, or a variety of other inherited conditions. Analyzes inheritance patterns and risks of recurrence.
  • Interprets complex genetic and laboratory data/test results. Communicates findings with physicians and patients.
  • Assists patients with the navigation of financial aspects associated with genetic testing.
  • Assists with diagnosing genetic problems and develops short and long term genetic counseling plans.
  • Provides ongoing genetics education for medical professionals, including speaking at local and regional department meetings.
  • Initiates, develops, and implements genetic screening and health management protocols.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


EDUCATION

  • Master's degree in Genetics Counseling, Medical Genetics or Human Genetics


EXPERIENCE

  • No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Frequent reaching, sitting, standing and walking.
  • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
  • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, twisting and gripping.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Occasional driving.
  • Rare repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements and squatting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS 
 
State of Work Location: Illinois 

  •     Genetic Counselor, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) 
  •     And 
  •         Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) 
  •         Or 
  •         Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) 

 
State of Work Location: Missouri 

  •     Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) 
  •     Or 
  •     Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) 

 
State of Work Location: Oklahoma 

  •     Licensed Genetic Counselor (LGC) - Oklahoma State Department of Health 
  •     And 
  •         Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) 
  •         Or 
  •         Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) 

 
State of Work Location: Wisconsin 

  •     Licensed Genetic Counselor (LGC) - WI - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services 
  •     And 
  •         Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) 
  •         Or 
  •         Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) - American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

5141170164 St Marys Genetics

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

  • Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). 

  • Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

  • Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. 

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit, fully integrated health system dedicated to advancing innovative, sustainable, and compassionate care for patients and communities throughout the Midwest and beyond. The organization’s 40,000 team members and 13,900 providers are committed to fulfilling SSM Health’s Mission: “Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.” With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin, SSM Health includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. It is one of the largest employers in every community it serves. For more information, visit ssmhealth.com Visit jobs.ssmhealth.com to fulfill your calling with SSM Health. Together – We Care.
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