Genetic Counselor
Location: Dover New Hampshire
Description: Wentworth-Douglas Hospital is at present looking to employ Genetic Counselor right now, this job will be placed in New Hampshire. For complete informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Explain the nature of genetics evaluation to clients. Obtain and review medical and family histories, based on the referral indication, and document the family history using standard ! pedigree nomenclature.
Identify additional client and family medical information relevant to risk assessment and consideration of differential diagnoses, and assist in obtaining such information.
Research and summarize pertinent data from the published literature, databases, and other professional resources, as necessary for each client.
Synthesize client and family medical information and data obtained from additional research as the basis for risk assessment, differential diagnosis, genetic testing options, reproductive options, follow-up recommendations, and case management.
Assess the risk of occurrence or recurrence of a genetic condition or birth defect, using a variety of techniques, including knowledge of inheritance patterns, epidemiologic data, quantitative genetics principles, statistical models, and evaluation of clinical information, as applicable.
Explain to clients, verbally and/or in writing, medical information regarding the diagnosis or! potwential occurrence of a genetic condition or birth defect,! including etiology, natural history, inheritance, disease management and potential treatment options.
Discuss available options and delineate the risks, benefits and limitations of appropriate tests and clinical assessments. Order testa and perform clinical assessments in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Document case information clearly and concisely in the medical record and in correspondence to referring physicians, and discuss case information with other members of the healthcare team, as necessary.
Assist clients in evaluating the risks, benefits and limitations of participation in research, and facilitate the informed consent process.
Identify and access local, regional, and national resources such as support groups and ancillary services; discuss the availability of such resources with clients; and provide referrals, as necessary.
Plan, organize and conduct public and professional education programs on medical genetics, patie! nt care and genetic counseling issues.
Works directly in the following areas to help establish a quality program: Breast Health, Cancer, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Gastro-Intestinal, and other programs as necessary and as qualified.
Counseling and Communication
Develop a genetic counseling agenda with the client or clients that includes identification and negotiation of client/counselor priorities and expectations.
Identify individual client and family experiences, behaviors, emotions, perceptions, values, and cultural and religious beliefs in order to facilitate individualized decision making and coping.
Assess client understanding and response to medical information and its implications, and educate client appropriately.
Utilize appropriate interviewing techniques and empathic listening to establish rapport, identify major concerns and engage clients in an exploration of their responses to the implications of the findings, genetic risks, and avail! able options/interventions.
Identify the client's psychological nee! ds, stressors and sources of emotional and psychological support in order to determine appropriate interventions and/or referrals.
Promote client-specific decision making in an unbiased non-coercive manner that respects the client's culture, language, traditions, lifestyle, religious beliefs and values.
Use knowledge of psychological structure to apply client-centered techniques and family systems theory to facilitate adjustment to the occurrence or risk of occurrence of a congenital or genetic disorder.
Professional Ethics and Values Performance Expectation Description
Recognize and respond to ethical and moral dilemmas arising in practice, identify factors that promote or hinder client autonomy, and understand issues surrounding privacy, informed consent, confidentiality, real or potential discrimination and potential conflicts of interest.
Advocate for clients, which includes understanding client needs and perceptions, representing their interest! s in accessing services, and eliciting responses from the medical and social service systems as well as the community at large.
Recognize personal limitations in knowledge and/or capabilities and seek consultation or appropriately refer clients to other providers.
Maintain professional growth. which includes acquiring relevant information required for a given situation, keeping abreast of current standards of practice as well as societal developments, and seeking out or establishing mechanisms for peer support.
Respect a client's right to confidentiality, being mindful of local, state and federal regulations governing release of personal health information.
Clinical experience in the areas of medical genetics and counseling.
Education
Masters Degree in Genetic Counseling.
Special Skills
Certification by American Board of Genetic Counseling.
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If you were eligible to this job, please email us your resume, with salary requir! ements and a resume to Wentworth-Douglas Hospital.
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