Genetic Counselor/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on May 13, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Genetic Counselor/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45340
Working Title
Genetic Counselor – Pediatric Genetics & Metabolism
Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
MS (by hire date) + Temporary License (by hire) & Certified Genetic Counselor within 12 months
Physical Requirements
Requires frequent sitting at desk with phone and computer use, and moving between office, ambulatory, and inpatient clinic spaces.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk).
Job Summary
The Genetic Counselor specializes in providing comprehensive genetic counseling services to patients under the supervision of a licensed genetic counselor with either a personal or family history of genetic diseases or illnesses. This role involves coordinating various program services and delivering exceptional patient care while prioritizing safety, patient preferences, and effective communication.
In their daily duties, the counselor performs various critical tasks: they collect, review, and interpret family and medical histories, medical records, test results, and other essential data. They coordinate the testing process and ensure that results are communicated effectively to patients and referring healthcare providers. Additionally, they develop personalized genetic counseling plans that include risk assessments, educational resources, life planning options, and treatment strategies.
The counselor also provides direct counseling and education to patients and their families, facilitates referrals for further testing, treatment, and support, and stays updated with the latest trends and developments in genetic disease research under the supervision of a licensed genetic counselor.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
New Graduates are encouraged to apply. Kentucky Genetic Counselor License (Temporary or Full) by hire date and Certified Genetic Counselor within 12 months.
Deadline to Apply
05/16/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Genetic Counselor/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45340
Working Title
Genetic Counselor – Pediatric Genetics & Metabolism
Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
MS (by hire date) + Temporary License (by hire) & Certified Genetic Counselor within 12 months
Physical Requirements
Requires frequent sitting at desk with phone and computer use, and moving between office, ambulatory, and inpatient clinic spaces.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk).
Job Summary
The Genetic Counselor specializes in providing comprehensive genetic counseling services to patients under the supervision of a licensed genetic counselor with either a personal or family history of genetic diseases or illnesses. This role involves coordinating various program services and delivering exceptional patient care while prioritizing safety, patient preferences, and effective communication.
In their daily duties, the counselor performs various critical tasks: they collect, review, and interpret family and medical histories, medical records, test results, and other essential data. They coordinate the testing process and ensure that results are communicated effectively to patients and referring healthcare providers. Additionally, they develop personalized genetic counseling plans that include risk assessments, educational resources, life planning options, and treatment strategies.
The counselor also provides direct counseling and education to patients and their families, facilitates referrals for further testing, treatment, and support, and stays updated with the latest trends and developments in genetic disease research under the supervision of a licensed genetic counselor.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
New Graduates are encouraged to apply. Kentucky Genetic Counselor License (Temporary or Full) by hire date and Certified Genetic Counselor within 12 months.
Deadline to Apply
05/16/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate your paid employment experience in genetic testing interpretation.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Please indicate your amount of paid employment experience providing genetic counseling services.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Are you a licensed genetic counselor in the state of Kentucky, or are you eligible to obtain this license by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- Careerbuilder.com
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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