Genetics Counselor

Fairview has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Genetics Counselor to join our team.

Job Opportunity: Genetics Counselor

Location: University of MN Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN

Shift: Day shift, no weekends required

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: As low as $0
• Dental Insurance: As low as $0
• PTO: 24 days per year
• Retirement Plan: 403B with up to a 6% employer match

For more details on benefits, visit www.fairview.org/benefits.

Hiring Process:

• Video Interview: You may be asked to complete a video interview. This is a great opportunity to showcase who you are and why you want to work for us. The video interview can be shared directly with hiring leaders, providing a more personalized and efficient recruitment process.

Job Summary:

The Genetics Counselor position is responsible for providing genetic counseling services to patients and families of Fairview.

Job Expectations:

• Coordinate Patient Activities:

  • Manage patient activities for the genetics department/clinics.
  • Ensure all pertinent preliminary data has been received and communicated to appropriate staff.

• Triage Patients:

  • Triage both referrals and follow-ups into appropriate clinics and services.

• Counseling:

  • Counsel patients and families seen at clinics.
  • Obtain medical and family histories.
  • Interpret genetic diagnoses.
  • Assess and communicate genetic and medical risks.
  • Provide continuous supportive counseling services.

• Genetic Counseling Services:

  • Offer genetic counseling services for families where molecular methods of diagnosis can provide carrier detection and prenatal diagnosis.

• Educational Services:

  • Develop and provide educational services to health professionals and community groups.
  • Create educational materials regarding genetic diseases for health professionals and the lay public.

• Cultural Competence:

  • Demonstrate the ability to provide care or service, adjusting approaches to reflect the developmental level and cultural differences of the population served.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Master’s Degree: A master’s degree in Genetic Counseling is required.

Experience:

• Experience: One to three years of experience in genetic counseling.

License/Certification/Registration:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible: Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Medical Genetics.

These qualifications ensure that the Genetics Counselor is well-prepared to provide exceptional genetic counseling services to patients and families, meeting Fairview's high standards for healthcare excellence.