Genetics – Chief of Medical Genetics
University Job Title
Genetic Counselor 1
Bargaining Unit
None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Compensation Grade
Clinical & Research
Compensation Grade Profile
Genetic Counselor 1 (23)
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Searchable Job Family
Clinical
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Work Location
Medical School Campus
Worksite Address
25 York Street
New Haven, CT 06510
Position Focus:
This position will report to the faculty in medical genetics and perform general clinical genetics responsibilities with direct patient contact and follow up after genetics consultation, including communication with patients, families and other health care providers. Perform Genetic laboratory support, including communication with patients and providers about genetic testing and results and assisting billing. Triage patient referrals or professional inquiries for genetic consultation, including ascertainment of acuity of problem and of the type of evaluation required with support of clinical geneticists. Obtain patient history and review and analyze pertinent records, including medical records, and research records. Serve as a patient advocate by assisting family with referrals for services, assisting administrative team as needed with special scheduling issues and determination of financial coverage/authorization for special tests, and identifying research studies. Document patient-related activities in medical records. Participate in follow-up by tracking test results, reviewing as appropriate with the M.D. team member and conveying those results to patients, and the primary care provider(s). Participate in case conferences, in services, and in teaching, including continuing education events which are relevant to the position. As appropriate, supervise trainees in genetic counseling. Perform special projects as needed. Yale clinical genetics team is striving for the excellence of patient care and success of genetic counsellor’s professional development.
Dept/Section URL
https://medicine.yale.edu/genetics/clinical-genetics/
Essential Duties
1. Obtains and assesses patient and family medical and psycho-social histories. 2. Prepares summary of patients’ medical history for review. 3. Assesses information and refers cases to appropriate clinic or counselors. 4. Discusses results of diagnostic tests with higher level authority to determine direction of counseling plans. 5. Coordinates nationwide consultation services for patients and families involved in genetic counseling. 6. Develops genetic information material for distribution to potential patients and families. 7. Counsels and explains genetic services to patients and families. 8. Coordinates case review sessions for patients and families. 9. Ensures appropriate counseling support is developed and implemented for individuals and families. 10. Evaluates genetic counseling progress of individual or family and reports progress to higher authority. 11. Interprets genetic testing results and counseling assistance. 12. Develops written reports on family pedigree and profiles. 13. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in Genetics or a related field or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Thorough knowledge of theories and principles of human and medical genetics and genomics.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Ability to obtain and evaluate a detailed pedigree using standardized nomenclature.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Ability to analyze and interpret information obtained from any appropriate resource material relevant to each case for diagnostic evaluation and management.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Skilled at providing comprehensive information to families and to health care providers regarding the etiology, inheritance, incidence/carrier risks, and natural history/prognosis for genetic condition/diseases in culturally appropriate terms that each will comprehend.
Required Licenses or Certifications
Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG).
Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC).
Weekend Hours Required?
Occasional
Evening Hours Required?
Occasional
Background Check Requirements
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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
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