Genetic Counselor

Genetic Counselor

Hiring Department: Department of Pediatrics

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024383

Posting Close Date: 04/05/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

The Section of Genetics, Department of Pediatrics is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Genetic Counselor. This position provides care and services to patients at risk for or diagnosed with a genetic disorder. The candidate will educate and advocate for patients and assist them in coordinating necessary medical treatment and testing and provides them with resources when needed.

• Evaluate and counsel pediatric, perinatal, and adult patients and their families on genetic disorders and diseases pertaining to them.
• Assist with inpatient consults through the hospital and process of ordering inpatient testing 
• Review patient records and test results. Obtain and evaluate patient family history to determine patients at risk.
• Discuss etiology, diagnosis, management, and results with patients and patients’ partners. Recommend and discuss available testing options.
• Follow up on patient medical appointments and lab testing. Review test results and recommend follow-up testing, if needed.
• Determine appropriateness of genetic testing. Provide and secure consent and coordinates genetic testing.
• Assists in the interpretation of the genetic test results.
• Deliver educational lectures on genetics to residents, students, fellows, and medical personnel at UIC and at other medical centers.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Genetics/Medical Genetics
• ABGC (American Board of Genetic Counseling) Certification
• Licensure as Genetic Counselor in the State of Illinois.

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