Genetic Counselor at UIC Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Chicago, IL 60612
About the Job
Job Summary:
This position provides care and services to patients at risk for or diagnosed with a genetic disorder. Educates and advocates for patients and assists them in coordinating necessary medical treatment/genetic testing and provides them with resources when needed.
Primary Responsibilities
· Evaluate and counsel ophthalmology patients and their families on genetic disorders and diseases pertaining to them. |
· Review patient records and test results. Obtain and evaluate patient family history to determine patients at risk. |
· Discuss etiology, diagnosis, management, and results with patients and patients’ partners. Recommend and discuss available testing options. |
· Follow up on patient medical appointments and lab testing. Review test results and recommends follow-up testing, if needed. |
· Determine appropriateness of genetic testing. Provide and secure consent and coordinates the genetic testing. |
· Assists in the interpretation of the genetic test results. |
· Deliver educational lectures on genetics to residents, students, fellows, and medical personnel at UIC and at other medical centers. |
· Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned. |
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling or in Medical Genetics from an accredited genetic counseling training program.
Requires ABGC (American Board of Genetic Counseling) Certification or have active candidate status and be able to secure their certification within the period as designated by the ABGC.
Must be licensed or be eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois and obtain their license as outlined by the State of Illinois.
Requires knowledge of medical genetics and genetic counseling, and knowledge of psychosocial aspects including risk perception, support mechanisms, coping, etc.
Requires excellent communication, presentation, organization and computer/pc skills, to include proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related software programs.
Knowledge of medical genetics and genetic counseling, and knowledge of psychosocial aspects including risk perception, support mechanisms, coping, etc.
Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and computer/pc skills, to include proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related software programs.
To apply, please visit: xx and upload: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/9984?c=uic
- CV
- Cover letter highlighting your technical and organizational abilities
- Names and contact information for 3 references
For fullest consideration, please submit an application by 06/24/24
The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of contingent offer employments. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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