Genetic Counselor Lead

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Responsible for providing clinical leadership to the genetic counseling staff serving all assigned clients. Oversees and participate in the counseling of patients on all genetically related matters including: risk assessment, overview of genetic testing, test results and implications, suggested follow-up and clinical trials enrollment. Works to continue to expand genetic testing and counseling services offered to patients. Responsible for maintaining professional relationships with referring clinicians, excellent patient service and educating both the community and clinical members on genetic counseling and testing updates. Contributes to the coordination and continuity of care and treatment of patients in an ambulatory setting.

Job Description :

EDUCATION:

Masters: Genetic Counseling

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

CGC-Certified Genetic Counselor

OR ABGC-American Board of Genetic Counseling

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

6-year recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Understanding of clinical applications and standards necessary to provide comprehensive, current genetic services and counseling.

Leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Familiar with input and data retrieval on computer database.

Good communication and interpersonal skills, good writing ability.

Knowledge and experience in the area of teamwork with health professionals.

Job Shift :

Days

Schedule :

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

This position is work from home eligible.

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $61.63 to $92.45 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a drivers license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.