Location:

Medical Office Building-Fort Worth (750 8th Ave)

Department:

Genetics

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

The PN Genetic Counselor II provides advanced genetic counseling services and support to pediatric patients and their families referred to or seen in Cook Children’s Specialty Clinics, offer education and support, and contribute to the development and implementation of genetic programs.

The role serves as the primary case manager for assigned genetics patients. This position requires a high level of autonomy, expertise, and the ability to independently handle complex cases. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting providers with ordering genetic tests and related tasks (such as working with the insurance specialist on benefits, composing letters of medical necessity, and coordinating specimen submission); researching abnormal lab results; initially notifying patients/families; and participating in genetic counseling for abnormal results. The role provides genetic information in response to inquiries from patients, families, referring providers, and others. This position works collaboratively with providers, other clinical support staff, and front office staff while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. This position will require travel to various specialty clinics throughout the network.

The PN Genetic Counselor II is differentiated on the basis of supervisory control exercised by the supervisor over the position. The role independently performs the full range of the duties and responsibilities under limited supervision.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Genetic Counselor from an accredited college or university and Board Certified Program.

Five years’ experience in genetics preferably in a pediatric setting.

Must have demonstrated experience exhibiting strong counseling capabilities.

Must have demonstrated clinical judgment skills and competencies.

Must have demonstrated organizational and time management skills.

Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in written form.

Must be able to work independently.

Must be able to travel to clinic locations throughout the network.

Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

Current Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) certification through the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) required.

About Cook Children’s:

Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system––we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through––and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.
 

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.