Genetics Counselor 2

About the role

The Genetics Counselor 2 will compile, evaluate, and document family histories and genetic test results, and provide pre‑ and post‑test genetic counseling services to patients and families. Under general supervision, the counselor assesses and counsels clients with complex genetics problems, participates in the development of educational programs, instructs medical staff, students, and others regarding program services, and provides general consultation to other health‑care staff, including community physicians and primary care providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support for hereditary cancer visits scheduled with the physician clinical geneticist.
• Coordinate ordering of specialized genetic tests; support or guide insurance pre‑authorization; identify additional family members to be tested.
• Assist the medical geneticist in determining patient care needs and discuss prognosis and management options.
• Educate patients regarding their risks, options, and test results.
• Provide grief and crisis counseling to individuals and/or families.
• Work in an interdisciplinary team to provide follow‑up patient care.
• Coordinate patient services with other health‑care providers, social services, insurance companies, and other resources based upon evaluation of individual patient needs.
• Coordinate the handling, ordering, and shipping of samples for specialized genetic testing in other locations.

Qualifications

• One or more years of professional genetic counseling experience.
• Master’s degree in genetics counseling or a related field from a program accredited by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Washington State DOH license for Genetic Counselor.
• Certification by a national certification board for medical genetics personnel as a Genetics Counselor.

Pay

Pay Range: $48.97 – $68.03 per hour.

Benefits

For detailed information about benefits for this position, please visit UW Staff Benefits.

Schedule

Full‑Time, 40 hours per week, Day Shift (First Shift).