Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
Genetic Counselor (LP)
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Company Description
We are proud to inform you that this position is eligible for our Student Loan Assistance Program. You may receive up to $9,600 which will be applied directly to your student loan account*.
*This benefit is for eligible positions as outlined in our program guidelines.
At Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, we know world‑renowned care begins with world‑class caring. That’s why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family‑centered care. It’s why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state‑of‑the‑art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. And it’s why we need caring, committed people on our team – like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.
JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.
Genetic Counselors provide professional genetic counseling, education, and emotional support to patients and/or families, particularly those with a familial history of birth defects or genetic disorders, or who may be at risk for a variety of inherited conditions. They help patients understand and adapt to the medical, psychosocial, and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease. Counselors analyze and interpret family medical histories and genetic test results to assess the chance of disease occurrence or recurrence; facilitate understanding of a genetic diagnosis; provide education about inheritance, testing, management, prevention, resources, and research; and make referrals for social services. Counselors also provide teaching and consultative services to other professionals and health‑care students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Employees must abide by all Joint Commission requirements, including sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient rights, ethical treatment, safety, emergency management, teamwork, and participation in ongoing education and training. They must also adhere to safety and quality programs, sustain compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and comply with licensure and health screenings.
Workers must perform all duties in accordance with the hospital’s policies and procedures, including its service standards and code of conduct.
Assist families to understand alternatives for dealing with risk of genetic disorders, choose the course of action they deem appropriate, and act in accordance with that decision to make the best possible adjustment to the disorder in an affected family member and/or the risk of recurrence.
Counsel patients regarding the significance of genetic disorders, inheritance patterns, recurrence risks, and management of a given diagnosis. Convey complex genetic information, test results, and address the emotional impact of such information to patients and families, both in person and by telephone, using understandable terminology.
Determine current knowledge regarding specific diagnoses, including modalities of testing, treatment options, and genetic basis. Recommend specialized genetic testing.
Educate patients regarding risks/options; explain disease signs, symptoms, probability of recurrence, prognosis, diagnostic methods, alternate courses of action, and available options.
Ensure that patients and/or families understand the implications, risks, and benefits of genetic testing. Coordinate testing, interpret results, and communicate this information to the patient and referring clinician.
Maintain case documentation and prepare detailed genetic counseling summary letters for referring clinicians.
Make appropriate referrals to social service agencies, parent support groups, and other specialists.
Obtain detailed family and pregnancy histories to identify potential risk factors and inheritance patterns; obtain and analyze all pertinent medical records; review medical genetics literature to develop a clinically appropriate counseling plan; and obtain and document informed consent for procedures and tests.
Provide specialty consultation and education to other health‑care professionals, health science students, and staff on genetic diseases, birth defects, prenatal diagnosis, and genetic screening. Respond to genetic inquiries from other hospital departments and clinics.
Review referrals and prioritize cases for genetic counseling with an individual or couple concerning their risk of having a baby born with a birth defect or genetic disease based on maternal age, family history, pregnancy stage, and likelihood of recurrence.
Work with the health‑care team in the development and implementation of the care plan.
QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications, is qualifying.
Education Master’s degree in a work‑related field/discipline from an accredited college or university.
License/Certification
Genetic Counselor by State of California Genetic Counselors
KNOWLEDGE
Ability to develop a clinically appropriate genetic counseling plan.
Ability to ensure that all recommended testing ordered is completed and that patients have been appropriately informed of the results.
Ability to present relevant genetic information to individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds in an informed, compassionate manner and help families obtain the medical and social services they may need.
Ability to provide genetic, medical, and technical information in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients and families.
Knowledge of and ability to apply genetic counseling methods and techniques.
Knowledge of genetic diseases and disorders, birth defects, risks/options, and prenatal diagnostic screening tools.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements and working conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $56.78 to $70.98.
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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*This benefit is for eligible positions as outlined in our program guidelines.
At Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, we know world‑renowned care begins with world‑class caring. That’s why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family‑centered care. It’s why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state‑of‑the‑art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. And it’s why we need caring, committed people on our team – like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.
JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.
Genetic Counselors provide professional genetic counseling, education, and emotional support to patients and/or families, particularly those with a familial history of birth defects or genetic disorders, or who may be at risk for a variety of inherited conditions. They help patients understand and adapt to the medical, psychosocial, and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease. Counselors analyze and interpret family medical histories and genetic test results to assess the chance of disease occurrence or recurrence; facilitate understanding of a genetic diagnosis; provide education about inheritance, testing, management, prevention, resources, and research; and make referrals for social services. Counselors also provide teaching and consultative services to other professionals and health‑care students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Employees must abide by all Joint Commission requirements, including sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient rights, ethical treatment, safety, emergency management, teamwork, and participation in ongoing education and training. They must also adhere to safety and quality programs, sustain compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and comply with licensure and health screenings.
Workers must perform all duties in accordance with the hospital’s policies and procedures, including its service standards and code of conduct.
Assist families to understand alternatives for dealing with risk of genetic disorders, choose the course of action they deem appropriate, and act in accordance with that decision to make the best possible adjustment to the disorder in an affected family member and/or the risk of recurrence.
Counsel patients regarding the significance of genetic disorders, inheritance patterns, recurrence risks, and management of a given diagnosis. Convey complex genetic information, test results, and address the emotional impact of such information to patients and families, both in person and by telephone, using understandable terminology.
Determine current knowledge regarding specific diagnoses, including modalities of testing, treatment options, and genetic basis. Recommend specialized genetic testing.
Educate patients regarding risks/options; explain disease signs, symptoms, probability of recurrence, prognosis, diagnostic methods, alternate courses of action, and available options.
Ensure that patients and/or families understand the implications, risks, and benefits of genetic testing. Coordinate testing, interpret results, and communicate this information to the patient and referring clinician.
Maintain case documentation and prepare detailed genetic counseling summary letters for referring clinicians.
Make appropriate referrals to social service agencies, parent support groups, and other specialists.
Obtain detailed family and pregnancy histories to identify potential risk factors and inheritance patterns; obtain and analyze all pertinent medical records; review medical genetics literature to develop a clinically appropriate counseling plan; and obtain and document informed consent for procedures and tests.
Provide specialty consultation and education to other health‑care professionals, health science students, and staff on genetic diseases, birth defects, prenatal diagnosis, and genetic screening. Respond to genetic inquiries from other hospital departments and clinics.
Review referrals and prioritize cases for genetic counseling with an individual or couple concerning their risk of having a baby born with a birth defect or genetic disease based on maternal age, family history, pregnancy stage, and likelihood of recurrence.
Work with the health‑care team in the development and implementation of the care plan.
QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications, is qualifying.
Education Master’s degree in a work‑related field/discipline from an accredited college or university.
License/Certification
Genetic Counselor by State of California Genetic Counselors
KNOWLEDGE
Ability to develop a clinically appropriate genetic counseling plan.
Ability to ensure that all recommended testing ordered is completed and that patients have been appropriately informed of the results.
Ability to present relevant genetic information to individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds in an informed, compassionate manner and help families obtain the medical and social services they may need.
Ability to provide genetic, medical, and technical information in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients and families.
Knowledge of and ability to apply genetic counseling methods and techniques.
Knowledge of genetic diseases and disorders, birth defects, risks/options, and prenatal diagnostic screening tools.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements and working conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $56.78 to $70.98.
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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