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Genetic Counselor II - MED Genetics POB2 506 (Full-Time, 40, Day)

The Queen's Health Systems

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Location
Honolulu, HI
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Board Eligible For Certification By The American Board Of Medical Genetics Or The American Board Of Genetic CounselingCurrent Certification In CPR At Healthcare Professional LevelMaster's degree

Job overview

The Genetic Counselor II provides counseling and referral services for individuals and families at risk for or diagnosed with genetic disorders, promotes high‑quality care standards, educates health‑care providers and clients, facilitates molecular and cytogenetic testing, and applies problem‑solving skills based on theoretical knowledge and clinical experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Finger DexterityLifting 5 PoundsStandingWalkingReaching Above Shoulder LevelRepetitive Arm/Hand MotionsOperating Office and Audiovisual Equipment

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Genetic CounselingBoard Eligible for Certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics or the American Board of Genetic CounselingCurrent Certification in CPR at Healthcare Professional LevelExperience Working in the Field of GeneticsPrior Clinical Genetic Specialist/Administrative/Teaching Experience

Full job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides genetic counseling and referral services for individuals and families at risk for or diagnosed with a genetic disorder.

  • Promotes high quality standards of care for clients.

  • Provides consultation and education services for health care providers and clients.

  • Acts as a facilitator regarding molecular and cytogenetic testing.

  • Demonstrates problem-solving skills based on theoretical knowledge and clinical experience.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Essential: finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, lifting usual weight of 5 pounds, pushing/pulling usual weight of 50 pounds, carrying usual weight of 10 pounds.

  • Frequent: standing, walking, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions

  • Occasional: sitting, stooping/bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, lifting and carrying weight up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling weight up to 50 pounds, static gripping of an object for a prolonged period, frequent gripping of an object

  • Operates various office and audiovisual equipment.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

  • Work environment may be stressful due to multiple requests/projects and priorities.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

  • Master’s degree in genetic counseling from an accredited program.

  • Board eligible for certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics or the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Certification as a Genetic Counselor to be obtained within three (3) years, commencing with date of hire.

  • Current certification in CPR at Healthcare Professional level.

B. EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience working in the field of genetics preferred.

  • Prior clinical genetic specialist/administrative/teaching experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet

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