Major Responsibilities:

• Provides comprehensive genetic counseling and testing to patients including interpreting clinical/laboratory findings and conveying them to patients and providers
• Researches information regarding a particular disorder and relays clinical/genetic information in a meaningful way.
• Assesses psychosocial situations and offers support. Educates patients regarding the risks and benefits of specific medical procedures so that they can provide informed consent.
• Refers families to other resources in the community, state or country when necessary and maintains client contact for follow up.
• Works directory with laboratory providers in ordering necessary genetic or related tests, and evaluates the test results once received. Coordinates with non-ACL labs to arrange for reference testing and other services not provided by ACL
• Participates in multidisciplinary or specialty clinic meetings and projects as the genetics expert.
• Provides education to physicians and allied health professionals
• Participates in a division level improvement project(s) benefitting patient care and the provision of genetics services
• Participates in the development and presentation of genetics educations programs for genetic counselors, physicians, other health professionals and lay populations.
• Serves as a mentor/coach for new team members including Entry level genetic counselor and Genetic Counselor I.
• This is a demanding role that requires a GC to provide complex care to prenatal patients in a busy clinic setting.
• A successful candidate would be able to work efficiently and as part of a large team. 
• Strong communication skills are a must.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required:

• Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling and licensure in the state in which teammate practices.
• New graduate without experience and has already passed boards and has an active or pending IL license, could be considered. 
• Prenatal experience preferred

Education Required:

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling Accredited program.

Experience Required:

3-9 years of experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of federal, state and municipal laws, regulation and standards that may impact the delivery of services for genetics.
  Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people under stressful circumstances with diplomacy and tact.
  Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
  Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  Basic computer skills including the use of computer applications.

  Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  Mental and emotional demands can be high as the genetic counselor has to deal with high patient anxiety, stress, and sorrow.
  May be exposed to the following hazards: chemical, mechanical, chemical and/or blood and body fluids; therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
  Position may require travel, therefore, may be exposed to severe road and weather conditions.
  Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Schedule Details/Additional Information

• This is an in-person prenatal position for a prenatal genetic counselor working within the MFM department at IL Masonic. Option to be hybrid with one day a week working from home. 

Job ID: R192157

Employment Type: Full_time

Job Area: Clinical Services

Function: Clinical Assistants

Industry: Ambulatory/Clinical Care Services