Genetic Counselor, Ochsner Clinical Pathology, Send out Laboratory
About the position Responsibilities • Conducts thorough medical history, including detailed family histories. • Collects and reviews all lab data and medical records of patient to establish patient's current health status. • Utilizes clinical skills and knowledge in the assessment of health status. • Gathers and integrates patient data to assist in the development of an individualized plan of care, utilizing appropriate reference material. • Coordinates handling of patient specimens with appropriate laboratory standards. • Maintains knowledge of growth and development. • Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements • Master's degree from an accredited training program in Genetic Counseling. • Eligible for Board Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling and/or the American Board of Medical Genetics. • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. • Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. • Strong interpersonal skills. Nice-to-haves • Post graduate clinical experience as a genetic counselor. Benefits • Equal Opportunity Employer • Employer of Choice • Great Place to Work Certification • Top Workplace in the USA • Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years Apply tot his job