PS Genetic Counselor, Temporary License

Job Summary

Job Summary The Department of Pediatrics is looking for a Genetic Counselor to join our team. This position provides genetic counseling services and supports clinical genetic projects and research efforts within the Department of Pediatrics. Clinical genetic counseling practice areas are primarily in pediatric neurology and serves a broad patient population.. The Genetic Counselor provides education, risk assessment, counseling, support, and follow-up to individuals and families who have, or may have, genetic health conditions. This position will help support genetic counseling services and research across multiple pediatric specialties and is housed under the Division of Pediatric Neurology. The Genetic Counselor, Temporary License is responsible for providing information and support to families and will focus on one of the following areas under the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor: Leukodystrophy and Epilepsy, Inpatient Neurology, and General Neurology. The area of assignment will be determined during the hiring process. Identifies, investigates, interprets, and communicates potential risk factors and provides support and counseling to families and patients by referring them to relevant support services under the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor. A temporary Genetic Counseling License is required for this position and is only good for 18 months, after which time the candidate must have a full Genetic Counseling License. This position is supervised by a Licensed Genetic Counselor while learning the nuances involved with genetic services. The level of autonomy is limited in this learning role. The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates 14.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately Generous paid leave time 11 paid Holidays per year 50% tuition reduction for employee, spouse, and dependent children Flex spending accounts Free transit on most UTA services Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel Professional development opportunities Additional benefits information is available at

Responsibilities

Essential Functions The essential functions of the Genetic Counselor Temporary License position will be performed with the supervision of a Licensed Genetic Counselor. The essential functions include, but are not limited to: Performs genetic risk assessments by collecting and evaluating medical and family histories. Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patient, medical records and resource materials. Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature and incorporates it into clinical practice. Explains testing options, procedures, test results and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed. Works with health care team in development and implementation of the care plan. Advises patients and families regarding financial and community resources. Evaluates outcomes and modifies testing or medical recommendations. Facilitates involvement of treatment team members, timely reports and scheduling of team conferences. Assist with prior authorization, working with family and payor to ensure appropriate testing is ordered. Participate in newborn screening follow-up, including counseling of newly identified families and reporting information back to the department of health for conditions referred to pediatric neurology. Participates in University of Utah Genetic Counseling Graduate Program, including clinical rotation supervision, teaching, research or other program activities. Job will support other at-need divisions as well on request but will be housed within the division of Neurology Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects involving patient care or medical equipment. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Current Temporary Genetic Counselor License in the State of Utah. Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).