Genetic Counselor Job at University of Kansas Medical Center
Department:
SOM Wichita Pediatrics
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Pediatrics-Genetics
Position Title:
Genetic Counselor
Job Family Group:
Academic
Job Description Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Genetics at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita is seeking a genetic counselor for a full-time faculty position. The genetic counselor will join a team of two medical geneticists and a genetic counselor in a clinic that serves Central and Western Kansas. The genetic counselor will manage the prenatal genetic service line and work collaboratively with Maternal Fetal Medicine and Neonatologists to evaluate and follow up on pregnancies with high risk of genetic etiology. This is a clinical position where the genetic counselor will see patients independently as well as with support of our medical geneticist, maternal fetal medicine, neonatology and other physicians. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a comprehensive prenatal genetic service line that will serve Central and Western Kansas.
Job Description:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's in Genetic Counseling
Board eligible/certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching in an academic setting
Experience in pediatrics, prenatal and/or general clinical genetics
Ability to speak, read, and understand Spanish
Essential Functions:
Clinical - 90%
Performs genetic counseling in accordance with the American Board of Genetic Counseling Genetic Counselors' Scope of Practice guidelines
Work collaboratively with Maternal-Fetal-Medicine physicians to provide genetic counseling to prenatal patients for a wide range of indications in prenatal clinic and hospital
Determine optimal prenatal genetic testing strategy
Report results to patient and referring provider
Complete documentation of the patient visit including summary letters to patients and referring physicians in a timely manner.
Coordinate the care and neonatal follow up of pregnancies with identified anomalies/genetic conditions.
Coordinate multidisciplinary prenatal care conference for complex maternal-fetal patients
Medical journal publications and outreach education are encouraged, as well as maintenance of current CEU requirements
Education - 10%
Participate in education of students and residents in medicine and allied health care professions
Designs educational materials and protocols for existing and new programs at KU Dept of OB/GYN
Presents educational sessions to schools, consumer groups, and the public
Instruct patients/families/medical personnel in field of genetics.
Other projects as requested by the Division Directo r
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Documents:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Wichita-KS/Genetic-Counselor_JR003670 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR003670.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu .
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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SOM Wichita Pediatrics
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Pediatrics-Genetics
Position Title:
Genetic Counselor
Job Family Group:
Academic
Job Description Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Genetics at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita is seeking a genetic counselor for a full-time faculty position. The genetic counselor will join a team of two medical geneticists and a genetic counselor in a clinic that serves Central and Western Kansas. The genetic counselor will manage the prenatal genetic service line and work collaboratively with Maternal Fetal Medicine and Neonatologists to evaluate and follow up on pregnancies with high risk of genetic etiology. This is a clinical position where the genetic counselor will see patients independently as well as with support of our medical geneticist, maternal fetal medicine, neonatology and other physicians. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a comprehensive prenatal genetic service line that will serve Central and Western Kansas.
Job Description:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's in Genetic Counseling
Board eligible/certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching in an academic setting
Experience in pediatrics, prenatal and/or general clinical genetics
Ability to speak, read, and understand Spanish
Essential Functions:
Clinical - 90%
Performs genetic counseling in accordance with the American Board of Genetic Counseling Genetic Counselors' Scope of Practice guidelines
Work collaboratively with Maternal-Fetal-Medicine physicians to provide genetic counseling to prenatal patients for a wide range of indications in prenatal clinic and hospital
Determine optimal prenatal genetic testing strategy
Report results to patient and referring provider
Complete documentation of the patient visit including summary letters to patients and referring physicians in a timely manner.
Coordinate the care and neonatal follow up of pregnancies with identified anomalies/genetic conditions.
Coordinate multidisciplinary prenatal care conference for complex maternal-fetal patients
Medical journal publications and outreach education are encouraged, as well as maintenance of current CEU requirements
Education - 10%
Participate in education of students and residents in medicine and allied health care professions
Designs educational materials and protocols for existing and new programs at KU Dept of OB/GYN
Presents educational sessions to schools, consumer groups, and the public
Instruct patients/families/medical personnel in field of genetics.
Other projects as requested by the Division Directo r
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Documents:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Wichita-KS/Genetic-Counselor_JR003670 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR003670.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu .
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
jeid-0705a1d667a56f479d6945ea40448a77
Please Note :
apexdining.ca is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, apexdining.ca provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.