Genetic Counselor - Center Indiv Medicine-Genomics

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

**Why Mayo Clinic**Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, 2022-2023) and ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) . Eligibility may vary.**Position description******This position is based out of Rochester, MN and requires ability to provide on-site genetic counseling to patients at our Rochester campus****Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is pleased to announce a Genetic Counselor opportunity in the Center for Individualized Medicine (CIM). This position will be critical to making Mayo Clinic a global leader in a new era of health care that focuses on genomic medicine. The selected candidate will participate in the development and implementation of genetic counseling services in the advancement and translation of genomic medicine joining a team of experienced genetic counselors, nurses and genetic counseling assistants. This team supports multiple clinical services including Predictive Genomics and the newly developed Genetic Testing and Counseling (GTAC) Unit. Both clinical services include pre and post-test counseling and test facilitation through onsite or telemedicine appointments. GTAC genetic counselors work closely with a team of physicians in a variety of departments throughout Mayo Clinic with the aim of integrating genomics into subspecialty patient care focusing on rare and undiagnosed diseases. Through the Predictive Genomics clinic, genetic counselors offer predictive, and population based genetic tests to generally healthy patient populations. These programs will grow and continue to provide support and break down barriers to access genetic testing and counseling. Additionally, there will be opportunities to participate in research pilots that study the implementation of large-scale genomics into clinical care. This is a unique opportunity for a genetic counselor to translate their knowledge of clinical and laboratory practice into the exciting and rapidly advancing field of Individualized Medicine.**Qualifications******This position is based out of Rochester, MN and requires ability to provide on-site genetic counseling to patients at our Rochester campus****Master of Science or Master of Arts in Genetic Counseling granted by a genetic counseling program accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) required.**Additional qualifications**Professional knowledge of the rapidly changing principles and practice of medical, clinical, and laboratory genetics required. Must have effective oral and written presentation and communication skills, superior organizational skills and be able to work independently. Computer skills appropriate for laboratory and clinical case management necessary.**License or certification**ABGC Certification and licensure are required. A newly graduated individual, who will be licensed in Minnesota, is required to obtain ABGC certification and MN state licensure within 6 months of graduation. Any exceptions to this must be reviewed and approved by hiring manager and HR. Candidates are responsible for understanding licensure laws in their state of employment. Additional licenses, beyond state of employment, may be recommended in order to provide telehealth services. Obtaining license in state of residence where applicable is recommended if employee works remotely in a state other than their state of employment.**Exemption status**Exempt**Compensation Detail**$89,731.20 - $134,680.00 / year**Benefits eligible**Yes**Schedule**Full Time**Hours / Pay period**80**Schedule details**Monday-Friday, days**Weekend schedule**Not applicable**International Assignment**No**Site description**Mayo Clinic is located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota, a vibrant, friendly city that provides a highly livable environment for more than 34,000 Mayo staff and students. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States because of its affordable cost of living, healthy lifestyle, excellent school systems and exceptionally high quality of life.**Recruiter**Jennifer Lane**EOE**As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.**Equal opportunity**As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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