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Open Date 08/28/2026 Requisition Number PRN46045B Job Title PS Genetic Counselor, Temporary License Working Title PS Genetic Counselor, Temporary License Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $78,167 - $92,500 Close Date 11/28/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary Responsibilities

1. Performs patient/family genetic risk assessment: collects and evaluates medical and family histories; obtains and reviews medical records to confirm reported diagnosis.
2.  Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patient, medical records, and resource materials.
3.  Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature from varied sources and incorporates into clinical practice.
4.  Provides information regarding the etiology, inheritance, incidence/carrier risks, and natural history/prognosis for genetic conditions/diseases; facilitates patients understanding of genetic, medical and psychosocial information including risks, testing options and procedures, test results and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed.
5.  Formulates genetic testing and/or medical recommendations in collaboration with physicians and team members; facilitates referrals for other family members who seek information; provides medical genetic counseling.
6.  Implements or facilitates the recommendations based upon the patient-family assessment: coordinates request for laboratory services, analyzes and interprets clinical/laboratory findings and conveys results to patients, physicians and team members; distinguishes complex laboratory results requiring action; seeks appropriate supervision for representation/participation in action; provides reassurance and support to the patient.
7. Evaluates patient-family care; writes detailed consultation reports conveying complex genetic concepts to patients and referring health care providers; completes chart notes and keeps statistics on outcome; records patient interactions.
8.  Assists with prior authorization, working with family and payor to ensure appropriate testing is ordered.
9. Participates in newborn screening follow-up, including counseling of newly identified families and reporting information back to the department of health for conditions referred to pediatric neurology.

•          This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects involving patient care or medical equipment.

Minimum Qualifications Preferences Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

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