Genetic Counselor, Certified - Arnold Palmer Hospital, Genetics Specialty Practice - O

Overview

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The Certified Genetic Counselor evaluates and explains a family's risk of an inherited medical condition.

• Obtain and review patients’ medical and family histories.
• Help assess a patient’s history in order to determine if the family may benefit from genetic testing.
• Facilitate the process of genetic testing.
• Assist patients and their healthcare providers in the interpretation of genetic test results.
• Formulate a medical management plan based on the patient's history, family history and genetic test results.
• Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Chart preparation and medical records review.
• Document patient interactions through patient and/physician summary letters.
• Stay abreast of the latest research relating to genetics and genetic testing options.
• Educate other healthcare providers and the general public about genetics.
• Maintain required records, reports and files.
• Attend meetings as required and participate on committees as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education/Training
  :
  Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling required
• Licensure/Certification
  :
  Certified Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) or American Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC) – renewed every five years.
• Experience
  :
  None

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Car Insurance
• Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt