JOB DETAILS

1.Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
2.Explain diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS), ultrasound, fetal blood sampling, and amniocentesis.
3.Provide genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology.
4.Assess patients' psychological or emotional needs such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations or assist patients in managing test outcomes.
5.Provide counseling to patient and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance.
6.Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
7.Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limita...