Genetic Counselor III

Job Description - Genetic Counselor III (2500026A)Job DescriptionGenetic Counselor III - ( 2500026A )DescriptionThe Genetic Counselor III is a grant supported role that will be responsible to provide genetic counseling services to patients through CNMC on site or at designated outreach centers. Obtain medical and family histories, review pertinent medical records, counsel families regarding underlying diagnosis/medical findings including natural history and inheritance pattern (if applicable), and write counseling letters when indicated. Promote genetic disease awareness. Coordinate and supervise genetic counselor student rotators. Required to participate in extra department projects that promote the enhancement and dissemination of genetic knowledge. Master's degree from an ABGC/ACGC accredited genetic counseling training program. Board certified. Minimum 10 years experience working as a genetic counselor.QualificationsMinimum EducationMaster's Degree ABGC/ACGC accredited genetic counseling training program (Required)Minimum Work Experience10 years Practicing genetic counselor. (Required)2 years Experience in scholarly activity (Preferred)LanguageRequired Skills/KnowledgeExcellent communication and organizational skills.Foster student training growth.Ability to work as part of a team towards research goals.Required Licenses and CertificationsBoard Certified. (Required)Functional AccountabilitiesPatient ServicesCreate online genetic information/protocols. Estimate 8 hours of work per each genetic condition to includedescription of condition and recommended screening and/or treatments = 5 genetic conditions/protocols perweek (>650 genetic conditions screened)Daily office hours for consultation with local providers for abnormal results (1 consultation = 1 hour)Obtain medical and family history of patients and review pertinent medical records.Perform risk assessment and discuss the pattern of inheritance pertinent to the specific disorder(s) that have been diagnosed in the family, and review recurrence risks for at-risk family members.Perform a psychosocial assessment and provide psychosocial support; counsel patients regarding available testing options and explore the risks and benefits of plete chart notes or summaries of the counseling session for the family, medical records, and the referring physician with guidance from a senior genetic counselor; provide backup support for other genetic counselors in the department.Provide appropriate written information to families about support groups and resources for their specific disorder or circumstance; facilitate referrals as needed; respond to patient's questions/concerns in a timely manner .Triage questions from administrative staff, outside hospitals, and physicians.AdvocacyPromote genetic disease awareness.ResearchReview current literature and recommended guidelines for upcoming patients.Provide up-to-date information regarding clinical trials and/or research as they relate to patient care.EducationRemain up-to-date with current genetic literature.Attend regional and national meetings and disseminate information learned at the following genetic counselor meeting.Actively participate in monthly journal club.Maintain genetic counseling board volved in at least one extra department project per year to promote the enhancement and dissemination of genetic knowledge.Serve as a supervisor/coordinator for student genetic counseling rotations for at least one student per year permitting student anizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Commitment/IdentificationPartner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organizationCommitted to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differencesDemonstrate personal and professional integrityMaintain confidentiality at all timesCustomer ServiceAnticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are metTeamwork/CommunicationDemonstrate collaborative and respectful behaviorPartner with all team members to achieve goalsReceptive to others’ ideas and opinionsPerformance Improvement/Problem-solvingContribute to a positive work environmentDemonstrate flexibility and willingness to changeIdentify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processesMake appropriate decisions, using sound judgmentUse resources efficientlySearch for less costly ways of doing thingsSafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performanceContinuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentationStop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situationDemonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communicationActively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workersAttend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performancePrimary LocationPrimary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork LocationsWork Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010JobJob: Allied HealthOrganizationOrganization: COE Hospital-Based SpecliatiesPosition Status : R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift : DayWork Schedule : 8am-4:30pmJob PostingJob Posting: Aug 7, 2025, 2:17:57 PMFull-Time Salary RangeFull-Time Salary Range: 75566.4 - 125944Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here:Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17