Genetic counselor assessing individual and family risk for inherited conditions, interpreting laboratory results, and providing information and support to patients and healthcare providers
Experience
Genetic Counselor
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Interpreted laboratory results and communicated findings to patients or physicians
Discussed testing options and associated risks, benefits, and limitations with patients and families
Analyzed genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes
Provided counseling to patients and family members by offering information, education, or reassurance
Wrote detailed consultation reports to explain complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians
Interviewed patients or reviewed medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories
Assessed patients' psychological or emotional needs to make referral recommendations or assist in managing test outcomes
Skills
Core Skills
Conducting research, Gathering medical histories, Collecting medical information, Explaining medical procedures
Checking & Planning
Evaluating health, Analyzing patient data, Analyzing test data or images, Developing medical treatment plans, Developing healthcare safety procedures, Maintaining medical knowledge
Open to
On site, Remote
Education
Professional Degree (JD, MD, DDS) Your university, Year
Certifications & Licenses
State license for this work Your state board, Year