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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

+ Provide telephone triage services for the Georgia Newborn Screening Follow-Up Program at Emory.

+ Report abnormal dried blood spot screening results to the appropriate health care providers and make the necessary follow-up recommendations.

+ Following the completion of on-site training that covers the specifics of each disease on the screening panel and the follow-up protocols, the employee must have the ability to interpret individual test results, incorporate other pertinent information and make appropriate recommendations.

+ May require knowledge of caring for critically ill infants.

+ Ability to contact health care providers and families by telephone or email.

+ Serve as a resource for colleagues, assist with decision making and strategies for problem solving in day to day tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, licensed as an RN by the state of Georgia and two years of clinical experience

+ OR Graduation from an accredited LPN program, licensed as an LPN by the State of Georgia and six years of clinical experience

+ OR Bachelor's degree in related field, Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) by ABGC and two years of related experience. Basic computer skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Pediatric or neonatal care.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed. All biweekly employees must reside within the State of Georgia. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [email protected] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

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**Job Number** _157116_

**Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_

**Division** _School Of Medicine_

**Department** _SOM: Hum Gen: Medical Genetics_

**Job Category** _Nursing and Clinical Services_

**Campus Location (For Posting) : Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_

**_Location : Name_** _Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor_

**Remote Work Classification** _Primarily Remote – Biweekly_

**Health and Safety Information** _Not Applicable_