[Hiring] Laboratory Genetics Counselor II @Children's Mercy KC

Role Description This individual will assist the Genetics Laboratory Directors in the performance of their duties. The Genetic Counselor (GC) will assist in data analysis, interpretation of data utilizing available literature and public databases, and reporting of test results in conjunction with clinical information and other test results. The GC will assist the Genetics lab by evaluating test orders to ensure proper test utilization and management. The GC will work with the other laboratory GCs to oversee process improvement for genetic test ordering and for procuring insurance pre-approval for genetic tests to ensure timely, relevant, and cost-effective services. Additionally, the GC will provide educational guidance to laboratory support staff, hospital clinical staff, and clients through ongoing informal education, case conference presentations, and in-service presentations.

• Oversees the following activities to ensure relevant and timely genetic test procedures are performed for all patients served by the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Provide interpretative information - review, interpret, and initiate Genetic test results in conjunction with clinical information and other test results.
• Review patient case files for accuracy of information and for diagnosis of genetic anomalies.
• Consult, as appropriate, with health care providers to obtain clinical information necessary for test interpretation and/or communicate test results and their interpretation.
• Recommend additional testing or genetic counseling when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling
• 3-5 years experience
• American Board of Genetic Counseling certification required
• MS in Genetic Counseling required

Requirements

• Seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees
• New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005
• Immunization records must be supplied as proof of vaccination
• Medical and/or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plans designed to meet the changing needs of employees and their families

Starting Pay The pay range for this job begins at $36.64/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience. Remote Work/Work from Home This position is entirely remote or work from home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area or request advanced approval to work outside of the area and may attend onsite meetings, as scheduled. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job