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Position: Genetic CounselorLocation: Evanston, ILFull Time/Part Time: Full TimeHours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm.Required Travel: Limited TravelClinical PracticeMedical Genetics Division Patient Counseling and Consultations (virtual and in-person)Conduct thorough genetic assessments and risk assessments for patients and families.Provide genetic counseling to individuals and families with a focus on genetic conditions, hereditary diseases, and birth defects.Educate patients and their families on genetic test results, inheritance patterns, and potential health implications.Offer information on available genetic testing options and their limitations.Offer emotional support and counseling to patients and families dealing with genetic concerns and diagnoses.Address psychological and ethical aspects of genetic testing and decision-making.Obtain informed consent for genetic testing, ensuring patients fully understand the benefits, risks, and potential outcomes.Maintain accurate and detailed records of genetic counseling sessions, assessments, and test results.Coverage in-patient requests (e.g., ISCU)Review, implementation, innovation of workflows supporting clinical care within DivisionTumor Board supportManage clinic relationship with core 3rd party providersOutcomes, Engagement and ResearchResearch initiativesProgram DevelopmentCommunity/Provider Engagement ProjectsParticipate in community education and outreach programs to raise awareness of genetic counseling services and promote genetic health.Quality, Equity, Outcomes ResearchCross specialty support for NorthShore studies requiring inputData analytics researchPopulation Health Testing with 3rd Party Lab VendorsDigital, Population, SpecialtyPrimary Care Initiatives (e.g., Genetic Screening Questionnaire)Expand, manage digital outreach clinical programming including social media, web contentActivation strategies (Endeavor and 3rd party vendor/collaborations initiated)Virtual offerings patient, community, and provider facing (e.g., educational forums, novel counseling outreach)Collaboration with Specialty and new hospital systems to integrate genetic testing as part of their care.Requirements:MS in Medical GeneticsIllinois Genetic Counselor license required or temporary license accepted until eligible to be licensedCertification accepted upon hire or must be of Active Candidate Status with the American Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC) and must pass the Certified Genetic Counselor Examination within five years of graduation from an ACGC accredited program.One or more years in Genetic Counseling preferred.Public speaking, teaching, listening, writing, and research skills.Good communication and collaborative skills.Flexible to meet the demands of patients and physicians.Exhibits good judgement.Organized, conscientious and dependableBenefits:Premium pay for eligible employeesCareer Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement OpportunitiesCompany Info:Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system serving more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties with more than 25,000 team members and 6,000 physicians across 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and community-connected healthcare.

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