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Job Overview

Job Overview:

Fairview is looking for a Genetics Counselor to join our Maternal Fetal Medicine team at our University of MN Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN. This position can support a variety of locations so travel to different sites in the metro area may be required. The Genetics Counselor position is responsible for providing genetics counseling services to patients and families of Fairview.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Coordinate patient activities for genetics department/clinics.

+ Ensure all pertinent preliminary data has been received.

+ Communicate data to appropriate staff.

+ Triage patients, both referrals and follow-ups into appropriate clinics and services.

+ Counsel patients and families seen at clinics.

+ Obtain medical and family histories.

+ Interpret genetic diagnosis.

+ Assess and communicate the genetic and medical risks.

+ Provide continuous supportive counseling services

+ Provide genetic counseling service for families for whom molecular methods of diagnosis can offer carrier detection and prenatal diagnosis.

+ Develop and provide educational services to health professionals and community groups.

+ Develop educational materials regarding genetic disease for health professionals and the lay public.

+ Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.

Required Qualifications

+ M.A./M.S. in Genetic Counseling

+ Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Medical Genetics

+ Must be licensed and credentialled within 6 months of hire. within 180 Days

+ Initial rate of pay will be at the Genetic Counselor- NL Intern wage scale. Final, negotiated pay will be adjusted after the credentialing period is complete.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status