Laboratory Genetics Counselor II

Overview

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.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. 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.

If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• 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 provided to obtain clinical information necessary for test interpretation and/or communicate test results and their interpretation. Recommend additional testing or genetic counseling when appropriate.
• Administrative, Quality Assurance and Improvement activities

• Master s Degree GENETIC COUNSELING and 3-5 years experience
• American Board of Genetic Counseling
• ABGC certification Required
• MS in Genetic Counseling Required

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $36.64/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

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.

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.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.