Overview
We
are seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Genetic
Counselor to join our team and provide comprehensive genetic
counseling services in the perinatal setting. This role focuses on
routine prenatal and preconception indications, including
non‐invasive prenatal testing, maternal serum screening, invasive
prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound anomalies, family history
indications, and teratogenic exposures. As a Genetic
Counselor, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals to
deliver patient‐centered care, educate families on genetic risks,
and guide them through diagnostic options and results
interpretation.n
M‐F Dayshift no
nights evenings or weekends at our Fort Worth OBX
Practice.
Responsibilities
The
Genetic Counselor provides genetic counseling for routine prenatal
and preconception indications, including non‐invasive prenatal
testing, maternal serum screening, invasive prenatal diagnosis,
ultrasound anomalies, family history indications and teratogenic
exposures. The Genetic Counselor collaborates with other health
team members to provide comprehensive care in the perinatal
setting.
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Reviews family and medical
histories, determines relative risks and educates patients and
families about Mendelian inheritance, chromosomal risk and
principles of teratology.
Performs
preconceptional and pregnancy loss counseling from a genetic
perspective.
Is familiar with and critical of
laboratories providing diagnostic services such as chromosome
analysis, molecular DNA technology and biochemical
screening.
Provides an interpretation of test
results for patients, families and referring
physicians.
Discusses availability of various
prenatal diagnostic options and their associated risks with
patients and families.
Returns patient phone
calls in response to care and needs in a timely manner.
Is available for short and long term care; provides
support services and referrals as necessary.
Documents patient and / or family encounters for patient
and referring physician.
Corresponds timely
and thoroughly with referring physicians.
Maintains accurate and up to date records of results and
follow ups.
Utilizes current researching
resources to provide thorough and current information.
Participates in revenue cycle by ensuring authorizations
and referrals are in place and notifying the Billing Associate of
needs for further authorizations.
Documents
correct ICD‐10 codes for services provided.
Communicates effectively and courteously with and
demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients and their
families.
Treats all patients and their
families with dignity and respect.
Acts in a
non‐directive, non‐judgmental manner, recognizing an individual's
religious, ethical, and moral opinion / belief.
Uses standard of patient satisfaction as a measure of
effectiveness.
Recognizes ethical, legal and
professional issues inherent to providing care to women
experiencing a high risk pregnancy.
Provides
telephone triage and makes appropriate referrals to other
specialist as necessary.
Participates in
professional development activities and maintains professional
affiliations.
Maintains patient
confidentiality.
Follows universal
precautions and OSHA standards.
Performs
other assigned duties as
directed.
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Qualifications
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A current / valid license as a Genetic Counselor if the
state in which they are providing medical services requires
it.
Prior prenatal diagnosis is helpful, but
not required.
Experience with and critical of
laboratories providing diagnostic services such as chromosome
analysis, molecular DNA technology and biochemical
screening.
Strong written, verbal and
interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of common
safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work
environment.
Participates in professional
development activities and maintains professional
affiliations.
Education Level : Master's
prepared, board eligible or board certified as a Genetic
Counselor.
Equivalent combination of relevant
education and experience will be
considered.
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Benefits and
Compensation
Take
great care of the patient, every day and every
way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix,
that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also how we view
our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset
is YOU.
We
take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of
plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and
overall well‐being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited
to : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA,
Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee
Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost,
while others require a cost share between employees and the
company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for
these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our
benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix &
Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their
families.
About
Us
Pediatrix
Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly
specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979,
Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a
national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix‐affiliated
clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate
and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children
across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and
office‐based practices. The group's high‐quality, evidence‐based
care is bolstered by significant investments in research,
education, quality‐improvement and safety
initiatives.
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Pediatrix
is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability or veteran
status.
Genetic Counselor • Fort Worth, TX, US