Genetic Counselor Job at Legacy Health, Portland, OR

  • Legacy Health
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Overview

Patients receiving genetic counseling at Legacy look to experts in the field not just for advice, but also for compassionate, ethical communication that respects their dignity. If these are the attributes you strive to maintain as a Genetic Counselor, you may be an ideal candidate for this opportunity.

The Genetic Counselor is responsible for direct patient care and patient care coordination for Medical Genetics patients. Duties include taking family histories, teaching genetic concepts, explaining risks and benefits of various diagnostic procedures, facilitating a decision-making process for clients, documenting sessions in letters to referring care providers, calling lab results, and providing supportive, nondirective counseling. Also responsible for data collections as directed.

Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel is a regional center for the care of infants, children and teens. We offer unrivaled pediatric expertise in a state-of-the-art facility designed exclusively for children. From routine care to the most complex cases, pediatricians and families trust us to provide the most advanced medical and surgical care for kids.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

Provides genetic counseling to patients. Utilizes genetic counseling process to provide patient care that recognizes and responds to individual needs; provides current information; and adheres to NSGC guidelines, code of ethics and department protocols. Provides counseling in a complete, comprehensive, and non-directive manner.

Planning and Coordination of Care

Collects data and assists in the preparation of clinical case plans for patients scheduled for genetic counseling. Prepares three generation pedigrees; anticipates needs and obtains information for case management, such as medical records. Conducts literature search as appropriate. Coordinates care with appropriate departments (e.g. Ultrasound and Lab).

Communication and Documentation

Provides written and/or verbal communications so that patients and referring care providers have the information to meet their needs. Provides results of normal tests to families within 24 hours and notifies primary care providers of abnormal results within 24 hours. Maintains communications with families through decision making and resolution. Writes consultation letters within 48 hours after meeting with patients. Reviews intake forms and documents all verbal communication and correspondence.

Participation in Community and Professional Education

Acts as a resource to both hospital and community; develops goals for professional development. Remains active in professional organizations; provides staff education as requested.

Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree in genetic counseling

Skills:

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions

Licensure
  • Genetic Counselor License required
  • ABMG/ABGC certified or board eligible
Pay Range

USD $41.04 - USD $61.16 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply- even if you don't meet every qualification listed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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