Review Vacancy
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleResearch Scientist 3 / #2019-15
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $81446 to $102661 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in human genetics or genetic counseling AND 4 years of professional experience in genetics
OR
Must have a Master’s Degree in human genetics or genetic counseling from an accredited genetic counseling program AND 3 years of professional experience
OR
Must have a Doctorate in human genetics or genetic counseling AND 1 year of professional experience
AND
Must be a certified Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)
Duties Description Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes
? Provide genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology
? Provide counseling to patient and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance
? Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature,
and considering histories or diagnostic data
? Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in
making informed decisions
? Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to patients or physicians
? Interview patients or review medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories
? Perform general genetic counseling for a variety of indication, such as prenatal genetic counseling on pregnant women,
preconception counseling, cancer genetic counseling, and genetic counseling for a family history of a birth defect, genetic
disease or intellectual deficits including autism
? Refer patients to specialists or community resources
? Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians
Additional Comments • For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored. Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that he or she needs a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at (518) 473-9689 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
? Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
? All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.
? OPWDD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
? Position may be eligible for Loan Forgiveness via the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program:
For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice
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