GENETIC CNSLR 3 EX
 University of California - San Francisco | |
 United States, California, Greenbrae | |
 Apr 11, 2026 | |
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As a patient-focused organization, UCSF Medical Center exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. UCSF Medical Center seeks faculty and staff that are committed to the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence that are integral to our mission. Obtain and review pertinent medical, family and pregnancy histories and generate a three generation pedigree for patients and families at risk for a fetal anomaly or genetic disease or syndrome. Communicate genetic risks, medical information and testing/screening options to patients in a non-directive, supportive, and understandable manner. Provide short term supportive counseling and facilitate informed decision making. Generate summary note and communicate findings and recommendations to the referring provider following patient consult/procedure. Discuss significance of genetic test results with patient and referring provider. Ongoing case management responsibilities include communicating with various laboratories, consulting with medical geneticist or other specialists, coordinating additional studies, and scheduling follow up appointments as necessary. Coordinate service delivery at all clinics, including management of appointment template and processing of samples. Functions independently and as part of team in administration and development of programs integral to delivery of prenatal genetics services. Undertake and coordinate graduate level teaching activities, and directly supervise genetic counseling interns involved in the care of patients. Enroll patients and collect data for occasional research studies. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Approximate Time Spent Elicit history and construct pedigree 15% Communicate genetic information and testing options 25% Short term supportive counseling 10% Write summary notes, communicate recommendations 12% Discuss genetic test results 12% Satellite clinic coordination and ongoing case management 15% Presentations/talks to students and groups, supervision of counseling student 10% Collect data for and enroll patients in research studies 2% Required Qualifications:
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About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Required Qualifications:
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