Genetic Counselor

The Genetic Counselor provides genetic counseling, supportive and follow up services to patients and family members at high risk for genetic and/or exposure related conditions.

• Provides genetic counseling, supportive and follow up services to patients and family members at high risk for genetic and/or exposure related conditions.
• Works with clients in regard to genetic disorders/birth defects after assessing, researching, and interpreting information.
• Provides information and testing recommendations related to managing the situation identified.
• Consults with physicians, allied health professionals, and/ or educators in regard to genetic issues.
• Educates lay persons, teachers, health care professionals, and/or payers through formal/informal presentations, pamphlets, and/or publications.
• Participates in policy/procedure setting regarding genetics issues at the institution and through local, state, or national meetings.
• Expands and develops genetic services through seeking, writing, and administering grants.
• Performs research as appropriate.
• Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise

• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.

Education and Experience

• Education: Master's degree in Genetic Counseling is required
• Certification: Board Certification/board eligible by the National Board of Genetic Counseling [ABGC] and licensure/ licensure eligible in Ohio is required.
• Years of relevant experience: 3 to 5 years is preferred.
• Years of experience supervising: None.