Instructor – Genetic Counselor

Job Summary:

This position provides genetic counseling services for clinical patients with genetics and metabolic diseases to the population of the States of Colorado. It is associated with Children’s Hospital Colorado, but also serves the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus, as well as several affiliated community hospitals throughout the State.  

The individual hired in this position is responsible to the Genetics & Metabolism Section Head. The individual will work collaboratively with other faculty and genetics and metabolic team members. The successful candidate will join a group of 23 genetic counselors who work with both medical genetics and specialists in other areas, including regional satellite clinics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient and inpatient genetic counseling with known or suspected genetic disorders and inborn errors of metabolism.
• Share on-call responsibilities with the other faculty.
• Participate in the education of genetic residents, medical students, pediatric residents, and genetic counseling students.
• May include opportunities to assist in new specialty programs, as well as support ongoing specialty clinics.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. The Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children’s Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.  

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.  

• Graduated from an accredited genetic counseling program
• ABGC board certified or Board eligible with board certification attained within 10 months of graduation 

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check 

*For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• ABGC Board Certified with one-year relevant experience
• Pediatric practice experience
• Experience in one or more specialty clinics 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles of genetics and inborn errors of metabolism.
• Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to develop and present educational information to patients as well as to professionals.
• Ability to provide genetic counseling, and technical information in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients and families.
• Ability to work independently as well as serving as a team member.
• Ability to gather data and prepare reports.
• Skilled in communication, both oral and written.
• Skilled in establishing priorities.
• Requires ability to travel via car to outreach clinics.
• Ability to develop collaborative or independent research projects.
• Educational skills to various learners 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Kyle Phillips, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 5/15/2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.  

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $73,000 to $93,000 

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .