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Requisition ID: 2025-48152 Location: US-TX-Fort Worth Position Type: Full Time HR Rep / Recruiter: Colin Mix Contact: Responsibilities The Genetic Counselor provides genetic counseling for routine prenatal and preconception indications, including non-invasive prenatal testing, maternal serum screening, invasive prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound anomalies, family history indications and teratogenic exposures. The Genetic Counselor collaborates with other health team members to provide comprehensive care in the perinatal setting. Reviews family and medical histories, determines relative risks and educates patients and families about Mendelian inheritance, chromosomal risk and principles of teratology. Performs preconceptional and pregnancy loss counseling from a genetic perspective. Is familiar with and critical of laboratories providing diagnostic services such as chromosome analysis, molecular DNA technology and biochemical screening. Provides an interpretation of test results for patients, families and referring physicians. Discusses availability of various prenatal diagnostic options and their associated risks with patients and families. Returns patient phone calls in response to care and needs in a timely manner. Is available for short and long term care; provides support services and referrals as necessary. Documents patient and/or family encounters for patient and referring physician. Corresponds timely and thoroughly with referring physicians. Maintains accurate and up to date records of results and follow ups. Utilizes current researching resources to provide thorough and current information. Participates in revenue cycle by ensuring authorizations and referrals are in place and notifying the Billing Associate of needs for further authorizations. Documents correct ICD-10 codes for services provided. Communicates effectively and courteously with and demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients and their families. Treats all patients and their families with dignity and respect. Acts in a non-directive, non-judgmental manner, recognizing an individualâs religious, ethical, and moral opinion/belief. Uses standard of patient satisfaction as a measure of effectiveness. Recognizes ethical, legal and professional issues inherent to providing care to women experiencing a high risk pregnancy. Provides telephone triage and makes appropriate referrals to other specialist as necessary. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Maintains patient confidentiality. Follows universal precautions and OSHA standards. Performs other assigned duties as directed. Qualifications A current/valid license as a Genetic Counselor if the state in which they are providing medical services requires it. Prior prenatal diagnosis is helpful, but not required. Experience with and critical of laboratories providing diagnostic services such as chromosome analysis, molecular DNA technology and biochemical screening. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Education Level: Masterâs prepared, board eligible or board certified as a Genetic Counselor. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered. Benefits and Compensation Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents: Â Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance Progyny Fertility Benefits Livongo Diabetes Management Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services Smart Shopper 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan** Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) â“ 15% discount* Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Employee Optional Life and AD&D Short & Long Term Disability Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)** Parental Leave Benefit Sick Pay Bank Employee Assistance Program (EAP)** Group Aflac Policies Identity Theft Protection Employee Charitable Fund Care.com Various Discount Programs

• Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit
• *Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over

About Us  Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nationâs leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The groupâs high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.  Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: .  #PedNC Pediatrix 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 or veteran status.

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