Genetics Counselor jobs in Wheeling, IL

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)

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Genetic Counselor Assistant - Medical Genetics - Per Diem
  • Endeavor Health
  • Evanston, IL PER_DIEM
  • Genetic Counselor Assistant, Department of Medical Genetics

    Position Highlights

    • Position: Genetic Counselor Assistant
    • Location: Evanston Hospital
    • Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem/Resource
    • Hours: Scheduled as needed Monday-Friday

    What You Will Do

    • Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing, clinical utility of testing, and the possible familial impacts of genetic testing.
    • Assist patient with decision to schedule an appointment or obtain testing for patients scheduled in GCC schedule
    • Document personal and family history and gather information necessary to determine reason for visit
    • Support informed decision making regarding genetic testing and health management options
    • Schedules new and established patient visits in accordance with patient preference and physician availability
    • Coordinate patient care daily via check-in, order input, paperwork organization, end of day follow up of no-shows/cancellations
    • Administrative duties as it relates to patient care and follow through

    What You Will Need

    • Education: Bachelor’s degree required
    • Skills:
      • Strong communication skills
      • Ability to be flexible in meeting the demands of patients and physicians
      • Ability to multi-task and problem solve
    • Experience:
      • Minimum one year of work experience in genetic counseling setting preferred.
      • Experience with Epic or other EMR system preferred
    • Certification: n/a
    Benefits

    • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
    • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Free Parking
    • Wellness Program Savings Plan
    • Health Savings Account Options
    • Retirement Options with Company Match
    • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
    • Community Involvement Opportunities
    • Visa Sponsorship Available (Nursing and Lab roles)

    Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

    When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

    Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

    Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

    Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

    EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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Seasonal Production
  • AgReliant Genetics
  • Kankakee, IL PART_TIME
  • WHO WE AREAgReliant Genetics is a leader in seed research, production, and quality focused on providing trusted seed solutions that help farmers grow. Created July 1, 2000 as a joint venture between t...
  • 22 Days Ago
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Internal Medicine-Genetics
  • Health eCareers
  • Evanston, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position HighlightsPosition: Internal Medicine-GeneticsLocation: Evanston, ILFull TimeA Brief OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic physician in internal medicine to join the Neaman Center for Personalized...
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Internal Medicine-Genetics
  • Endeavor Health
  • Evanston, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position HighlightsPosition: Internal Medicine-GeneticsLocation: Evanston, ILFull TimeA Brief OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic physician in internal medicine to join the Neaman Center for Personalized...
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Internal Medicine-Genetics
  • NorthShore University HealthSystem
  • Evanston, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position Highlights:Position: Internal Medicine-GeneticsLocation: Evanston, ILFull TimeA Brief Overview:We are seeking a dynamic physician in internal medicine to join the Neaman Center for Personaliz...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Clinical Laboratory Director - Genetics
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Rosemont, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position Requirements:Doctoral degree in Genetics or related field and completion of clinical fellowship training in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics (pr...
  • 2 Months Ago
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Sales - Field Underwriting Territory Representative
  • Cincinnati Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • Description: Make a difference with a career in insurance At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and...
  • 6/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago North Market
  • Bank of America
  • Highland Park, IL
  • Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago North Market Northbrook, Illinois;Crystal Lake, Illinois; Highland Park, I...
  • 6/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago North Market
  • Bank of America
  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago North Market Northbrook, Illinois;Crystal Lake, Illinois; Highland Park, I...
  • 6/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago North Market
  • Bank of America
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago North Market Northbrook, Illinois;Crystal Lake, Illinois; Highland Park, I...
  • 6/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Behavioral Health Intake Supervisor
  • Ascension Health
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • **Details** + Sign-On Bonus: Up to $12,000.00 + Department: Behavioral Medicine Logistics Center + Schedule: Full- time;...
  • 6/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Summer Camp Counselor, Arlington Heights
  • The Judge Group
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to c...
  • 6/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Summer Camp Counselor, Glenview
  • The Judge Group
  • Glenview, IL
  • Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to c...
  • 6/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Summer Camp Counselor, Winnetka
  • The Judge Group
  • Winnetka, IL
  • Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to c...
  • 6/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Wheeling, Illinois

Wheeling is a village in Cook and Lake counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. A suburb of Chicago, it is primarily in Cook County, approximately 23 mi (37 km) northwest of downtown Chicago. The population was 37,648 at the 2010 census. Wheeling is named for Wheeling, West Virginia. According to the 2010 census, the village has a total area of 8.74 square miles (22.6 km2), of which 8.74 square miles (22.6 km2) (or 97.26%) is land and 0.24 square miles (0.62 km2) (or 2.74%) is water....
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Income Estimation for Genetics Counselor jobs
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What does a Genetics Counselor do?

Genetics Counselor in Kansas City, KS
From talking to our genetic counselor, advanced maternal age (being 35 or older) and advanced paternal age (not sure of the cut off) gets you automatically shunted into the 'go see the genetic counselor just for safety' category.
December 10, 2019
Genetics Counselor in Chattanooga, TN
Most people that seek out the services of a genetics counselor do so out of concern that a genetic disorder may be present in the family, because multiple pregnancies have been lost, or when an ultrasound suggests that a problem may be present.
February 10, 2020
Genetics Counselor in Santa Rosa, CA
Frequently Asked Questions About Genetic Counselors.
January 01, 2020