Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Location ND, Fargo
Specialty Genetics
Visas Accepted N/A
Practice Details
Sanford Health is currently seeking a Medical Geneticist to join our growing and highly collaborative specialty team at Sanford Children's Hospital in Fargo, ND.
Current genetics team consists of: one medical geneticist specializing in the areas of medical genetics, and metabolism; eight genetic counselors serving multiple specialty clinics; two nurse navigators, dietitians, medical assistants, and other support staff.
Primary area of practice in general medical genetics, with an opportunity for involvement in newborn screening and management of children and adults with inborn metabolic disorders.
Support from the region’s largest team of more than 65 board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatricians and pediatric specialists.
Compensation Package
Sanford Health offers a guaranteed salary for the first two years, comprehensive benefits, paid malpractice insurance, relocation allowance, and much more.
About this Community
ABOUT SANFORD HEALTH IN FARGO
FARGO COMMUNITY
The Fargo-Moorhead and West Fargo metro area is a diverse, family-oriented community of 216,000 people that offers high quality of life and low cost of living.
Outstanding schools, a vibrant business community, a thriving downtown district, cultural activities, and a wide variety of sports and recreation are just a few of the many reasons people love to call the Fargo area home.
Job Function Physicians
Req Number R-63992
Equal Employment Opportunity
Sanford and its affiliate brands have consistently operated under the principle of equal treatment for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, in regard to public assistance or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.