Exempt Professional - Genetic Counselor
Clinical Genetics and Metabolism / Department of Pediatrics / SOM
Job Posting # 820300, Position #702636
The section of Clinical Genetics and Metabolism in the Department of Pediatrics has an opening for a full-time Genetic Counselor to work at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. The Section of Clinical Genetics and Metabolism provides integrated genetics services to the population in the State of Colorado and surrounding states and develops nationally reknown innovative care for the future through its research programs.
The University of Colorado Denver is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Genetic Counselor. UC Denver is the premier research university in Colorado, serving more than 30,000 undergraduate, graduate and health professions students in Denver, Aurora and online and awarding nearly 4,000 degrees each year. The renowned researchers and award-winning faculty of UC Denver offer more than 100 degree programs through 13 colleges and schools. In 2008 the University was awarded more than $371 million in research grants and contracts. The new Anschutz Medical Campus includes over 5 million square feet of research, educational and clinical space on 227 acres. The Downtown Campus is located in one of America's most vibrant urban centers, just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts, the LoDo District and the state capitol. On both campuses, students, staff and faculty have access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural opportunities.
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.
Job
Responsibilities:
The genetic counselor will provide clinical care in the professional area of genetic counseling to patients in the
genetics both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The position is located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in the clinical offices of the
Section of Clinical Genetics and Metabolism.
Additional Posting Description: Examples of Work Performed
- Clinical Genetic Counseling
- Obtain and evaluate family history and other pertinent medical and psychosocial information as appropriate to given patient and clinic requirements.
- Assist with the evaluation of patient information and history for determination of risk for a genetic disorder and appropriate course for genetic testing.
- Determine current knowledge regarding specific diagnoses, including modalities of testing, treatment options, and genetic basis.
- Ensure that patients and/or family understand implications, risks, and benefits of genetic testing should testing be indicated. Coordinate testing as needed.
- Counsel patients and families regarding the biochemistry, genetics, natural history, and management of a given diagnosis and be able to convey this information in written and verbal format.
- Convey complex genetic information, test results, and address the emotional impact of such information to patients and families, both in person and by telephone, using understandable terminology and knowledge of genetic and psychosocial principles.
- Coordinate provision of direct patient care to individuals and families with genetic disorders.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of clinic standard of care practices for genetic disorders.
- Serve as an educator and resource person to other health care providers and to the general public regarding genetic disorders.
- Participate in the education and supervision of graduate genetic counseling students, medical genetic residents, rotating medical students, and rotating pediatric residents.
- Identify medical literature pertinent to patient evaluations by utilizing genetics and medical databases and other library resources. Read and abstract relevant medical information from journal articles and medical texts. Compare specific patient information to previously reported cases to identify a patient's diagnosis or potential diagnosis.
- Writing study documents
- Knowledge of principles of genetics, inborn errors of metabolism, and genetic counseling.
- Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures.
- Ability to develop and present educational information to patients as well as to professionals.
- Ability to provide genetic, medical, and technical information in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients and families.
- Ability to work independently as well as serving as a team member.
- Ability to gather data and prepare reports.
- Skilled in communication, both oral and written.
- Skilled in establishing priorities.
- May require ability to travel via car and/or airplane.
- Obtain and maintain IRB certification.
- Knowledge of principles of clinical research and willingness to learn skills for grant writing
Board certification or board eligibility in genetic counseling.
Experience of direct involvement in research.
Desired
Qualifications: Pediatric experience a plus
Experience with IRB review
Experience with research in Inborn Errors of
Metabolism
Experience in writing research proposals
Special Instructions to Applicants: The salary for this position has been established at $54,000 to $67,000; commensurate with experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at https://www.cu.edu/pbs/.
Applications are accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com, reference Job Posting 820300
Review of applications will begin 01/21/2013, and continue until position is filled.
Required Application Materials:
When applying at www.jobsatcu.com, applicants must include:
1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job
requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current CV/resume
3. The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail
addresses for three professional references
4. Letters of reference (optional)
Questions should be directed to Dolores Rogers at Dolores.Rogers@childrenscolorado.org
UCD is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. Some positions may require a financial/credit check and/or a motor vehicle report.
The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process, and selection committee members may choose to contact work references during the search process other than those listed in your application.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.
The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Source: http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175706874
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