Genetic Counselor - OBGYN Job at University of Illinois, Chicago, IL

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  • University of Illinois
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Genetic Counselor - OBGYN Hiring Department : Obstetrics and Gynecology Location : Chicago Requisition ID : 1031837 Posting Close Date : 5/24/25 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $80,000 to $86,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary: This position provides care and services at the Center for Women's Health for patients at risk for or diagnosed with a genetic disorder. Educates and advocates for patients, assists them in coordinating necessary medical treatment/testing, and provides them with resources when needed. Duties & Responsibilities: Patient Assessment/Counseling/Education Evaluate and counsel pediatrics, perinatal, and adult patients and their families on genetic disorders and diseases pertaining to them. Review patient records and test results. Evaluate and assess patient family history to determine patients at risk. Discuss etiology, diagnosis, management, and results with patients and patients' partners. Recommend and discuss available testing options. Follow up on patient medical appointments and lab testing. Review test results and recommends follow-up testing, if needed. Teaching/Lecturing Deliver educational lectures on genetics to residents, students, fellows, and medical personnel at UIC and other medical centers. Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Genetic Counseling or in Medical Genetics from an accredited genetic counseling training program required. Must have American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certification or have active candidate status. Must have licensure or be eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois. Must have knowledge of medical genetics and genetic counseling, and knowledge of psychosocial aspects including risk perception, support mechanisms, coping, etc. Review of candidates will begin immediately. Please submit your application and CV directly on our site: The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Illinois

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