Senior Genetic Counselor
1 month ago
Enjoy what you do while contributing to a company that makes a difference in people’s lives. Shady Grove Fertility, one of the premier fertility centers in the United States, continually seeks experienced, compassionate, and dynamic team players who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care to join our growing practice. The work we do, building families, offers stimulation, challenge, and personal reward.
If you're a Senior Genetics Counselor looking for a new opportunity to work in a fast-paced, professional environment where your talent contributes to changing people’s lives, then we want to talk to you. The position is responsible for providing genetic counseling services and education for patients and staff at Shady Grove Fertility. The position will primarily focus on the process development and management of all PGT-M cases from the point of physician referral to the final selection of the embryo for transfer.
The schedule is working Monday- Friday 8am-5pm in our Rockville, MD Corporate office.
How You'll Contribute:
We always do whatever it takes, even if it isn’t specifically our “job.” In general, the Sr. Genetics Counselor is responsible for:
The position is responsible for providing genetic counseling services and education for patients and staff at Shady Grove Fertility. The position will primarily focus on the process development and management of all PGT-M cases from the point of physician referral to the final selection of the embryo for transfer.
- Development and process management of the genetic services for all PGT-M and at-risk patients prior to ART treatment.
- Identify workflow and utilization of PGT laboratories.
- Function as liaison between physicians, patients and PGT laboratories
- Regulatory:
- Participation in regulatory meetings.
- Management of genetics related policies/procedures and special consents in collaboration with the Medical Director.
- Participation in clinical operations meetings.
- Management of relationships with PGT and carrier screening laboratories.
- Function as genetic resource to all REI’s and staff in the field of reproductive genetics.
- Management of genetics related research in collaboration with the Director of Research.
- Function as liaison with Legal Counsel to advise on cases related to genetics.
- Provide data and report trends as they relate to genetics.
- Provision of genetic counseling to all PGT-M patients including some or all of the following services:
- Risk assessment based on a review of pertinent medical, family and pregnancy histories, and generation of a three-generation pedigree (when applicable).
- Education about the presentation, progress, and inheritance pattern of the genetic/genomic disease in question as well as a discussion of testing and/or treatment options using understandable terminology and knowledge of relevant psychosocial principles.
- Provision of short-term supportive counseling and facilitation of informed decision making.
- Communication of findings and recommendations to the referring provider following patient consultation.
- Coordination of appropriate follow up testing/procedures and final embryo selection.
- Counsel patients/couples for the following indications:
- Chromosomal abnormalities (rearrangements, deletions, duplications, etc.).
- Positive carrier status for the same autosomal recessive genetic disease.
- Positive Fragile X mutation /pre-mutation carrier status (or other X-linked diseases).
- Pre-treatment and results counseling for patients undergoing PGT-M and PGT-SR.
- Serve as a resource and educator for staff and physicians regarding genetic/genomic principles and disorders, their management, recurrence risks, testing options, and SGF’s genetics-related policies and procedures.
- Coordinate communication between SGF and genetic testing/PGT laboratories, including PGT-M case initiation and management.
- Assist in determining when a referral for outside genetic counseling (cancer, cardiovascular, adult genetics, etc.) is necessary.
- Collaborate with the Director of Research Operations to facilitate genetics and/or genomics related research.
What You'll Bring:
- Master’s Degree from an ABGC certified genetic counseling program is required.
- 3-5 years of experience in clinical reproductive genetics.
- Experience with clinical process development and implementation is preferred.
- Understanding of genetic/genomic disorders, their inheritance, and the potential consequences of each in regard to fertility and pregnancy.
- Knowledge of the scientific techniques used during diverse types of genetic and genomic testing and ability to read and interpret results.
- Knowledge of psychosocial principles, in particular regarding how they apply to fertility patients.
- Expertise in explaining complex concepts in plain language for patients and staff.
- Strong listening skills and empathetic nature.
- Ability to communicate accurately and concisely.
- Aptitude to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstration of good judgment.
More important than the best skills, however, is the right person. Employees who embrace our mission, vision, and core values are highly successful.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay + bonus
- Comprehensive training
- Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Retirement plan
- Tuition assistance
- Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve
At Shady Grove Fertility, we promote and develop individual strengths in order to help staff grow personally and professionally. Our core values - Empathy, Patient Focus, Integrity, Commitment, and Compassion (EPICC) – guide us daily to work hard and enjoy what we do. We’re committed to growing our practice and are always looking to promote from within. This is an ideal time to join our team
To learn more about our company and culture, visit here.
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