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Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Pay Range
$44.15 - $66.25Major Responsibilities:
- Provides comprehensive genetic counseling and testing to patients including interpreting clinical/laboratory findings and conveying them to patients and providers
- Assesses psychosocial situations and offers support. Educates patients regarding the risks and benefits of specific medical procedures so that they can provide informed consent.
- 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 technical advice, policy interpretation, and guidance for application of appropriate procedures to AAH staff and administrators
- Leads 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 counselors, GCI, GCII.
- Serves as a liaison between genetic counseling staff and senior leadership
- Acts as an advisor or lead on study, quality, or research activities with the intent of publication
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required:
Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling and either Illinois or Wisconsin state licensure.
Education Required:
Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling Accredited program.
Experience Required:
Leadership experience is required; management experience is preferred (demonstrated through clinical and/or people management)
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.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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