Genetic Counselor I​/II​/III

Job Responsibilities

• Client Care:
  Act as the liaison for clients. Obtain and/or evaluate the medical histories of a client to determine the risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases. Discuss with a client the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases. Identify and/or coordinate genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for genetic assessment.
  
  Integrate the results of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic tests with individual and family medical histories. Explain to a client the clinical implications of the results of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic tests. Evaluate the response of a client to one or more genetic conditions or the risk of reoccurrence and provide counseling and guidance. Identify and/or use community resources that provide medical, educational, financial, and psychosocial support and advocacy.
  
  Provide medical, genetic, and counseling information to clients.
• Core
  
  Skills:
  
  Provide basic genetic counseling services in the conduct of healthcare. Assist faculty and other health care professionals in implementation of genetics services.
• Research:
  Demonstrate familiarity with current literature and ability to critically evaluate information.
• Education:
  
  Provide supervision under the direction of a supervisor mentor for students at the university level, residents, and fellows. Attend divisional or organizational meetings which may include journal clubs, case conferences, or other meetings.
• Service:
  Provide community outreach by assembling and providing educational materials to individuals or organizations in the community.
• Perform basic genetic counseling. Attend divisional meetings and provide educational outreach at community events.

• Masters degree in a related field. May require clinical license, certification, or training.
• No directly related experience.
• Ohio Genetic Counseling License;
  Certified/eligible for certification by the ABMG or ABGC.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability