This individual will assist the Genetics Laboratory Directors in the performance of their duties. The Genetic Counselor (GC) will assist in data analysis, interpretation of data utilizing available literature and public databases, and reporting of test results in conjunction with clinical information and other test results. The GC will assist the Genetics lab by evaluating test orders to ensure proper test utilization and management. The GC will work with the other laboratory GCs to oversee process improvement for genetic test ordering and for procuring insurance pre-approval for genetic tests to ensure timely, relevant, and cost-effective services. Additionally, the GC will provide educational guidance to laboratory support staff, hospital clinical staff, and clients through ongoing informal education, case conference presentations, and in-service presentations.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you become a finalist for this position, and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Oversees the following activities to ensure relevant and timely genetic test procedures are performed for all patients served by the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Provide interpretative information - review, interpret, and initiate Genetic test results in conjunction with clinical information and other test results. Review patient case files for accuracy of information and for diagnosis of genetic anomalies. Consult, as appropriate, with health care provided to obtain clinical information necessary for test interpretation and/or communicate test results and their interpretation. Recommend additional testing or genetic counseling when appropriate.
• Administrative, Quality Assurance and Improvement activities

• Master's Degree GENETIC COUNSELING and 3-5 years experience
• ABGC certification Required
• MS in Genetic Counseling Required