Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryProvides genetic services to patients as well as programmatic development, coordination of operational services, outreach/telehealth services, and community education. Along with leadership, will assist in the management of the day-to-day clinical operations of the genetic counseling team and genetics program. Ensures the delivery of coordinated, up-to-date, and timely patient care at multiple sites/offices and provides education and support to the network and surrounding communities. Job DutiesCoordinates face-to-face counseling sessions, e-consults, and telehealth services.Coordinates provider and communication education on perinatal risk assessment and perinatal genetic counseling.Coordinates with an interdisciplinary team in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Develops, supervises, and coordinates genetic counseling services and perinatal genetic education.Educates patients and families in regard to genetic disease and provides professional support and counseling, as necessary. Participation with interviews, selects, hires, and supervises genetic counselors and other members of the genetic counseling team.Maintains accurate and complete documentation in the medical record to ensure continuity of care while maintaining strict confidentiality.Obtains and analyzes personal and family history for genetic risk assessments and counsels patients and their families. Provides clinical profiles to physicians and advances practice clinicians and coordinates the team in diagnosis and risk reduction treatments.Participates in grant writing and research studies in collaboration with other genetic professionals, physicians, or researchers.Provides clinical support to physicians and advanced practice clinicians through genetic counseling, coordination of testing, and review of results.Minimum QualificationsMaster’s Degree in Genetic Counseling 5 years experience in genetic counseling. or5 years experience in perinatal genetic counseling. Ability to function effectively in high-pressure situations. Demonstrates creativity and innovation to problem-solving. Effective managerial and administrative leadership of clinical operations. CGC - Certified Genetic Counselor - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Physical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. 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