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Instructor Genetics Counselor

University of Colorado

Aurora, CO

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Aurora, CO
POSTED
30+ days ago
Instructor Genetics Counselor


Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics | Section of Genetics & Metabolism

Job Title:Instructor - Genetics Counselor

Position #: 00843561- Requisition #:38580


Job Summary:


Key Responsibilities:


+ Provide outpatient and inpatient genetic counseling with known orsuspected genetic disorders.


Work Location:


Onsite


Why Join Us:


Why work for the University?


+ Medical: Multiple plan options

+ Dental: Multiple plan options

+ Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

+ Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

+ Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

+ Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

+ Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

+ Holiday Days: 10/year

+ Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

+ ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service



Qualifications:


Minimum Qualifications:


+ Graduated from an accredited genetic counseling program

+ ABGC board certified or Board eligible with board certification attained within 10 months of graduation



Condition of Employment:


+ Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado

+ Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check



_*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting._


_Preferred Qualifications:_


+ _ABGC Board Certified with one-year relevant experience_

+ _Pediatric practice experience_

+ _Experience in one or more specialty clinics_

+ _Active involvement with the department's genetic counseling students._



_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:_


+ _Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures._

+ _Ability to develop and present educational information to patients as well as to professionals._

+ _Ability to provide genetic counseling, and technical information in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients and families._

+ _Ability to work independently as well as serving as a team member._

+ _Ability to gather data and prepare reports._

+ _Skilled in communication, both oral and written._

+ _Skilled in establishing priorities._

+ _Requires ability to travel to outreach clinics._

+ _Ability to develop collaborative or independent_



_How to Apply:_


_For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):_


_1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position_


_2. Curriculum vitae / Resume_


_3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address_


_Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) ._


_Questions should be directed to: McKallie Quirk, mckallie.quirk@childrenscolorado.org (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=mckallie.quirk@childrenscolorado.org)_


_Screening of Applications Begins:_


_Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by_ _January 6, 2025_ _. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered_


_Anticipated Pay Range:_


_The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:_


_$73,000 - $91,000_


_The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting._


_This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt._


_Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/node/153125)_


_Equal Opportunity Statement:_


_The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities._


_ADA Statement:_


_The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) ._


_Background Check Statement:_


_The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees._


_Vaccination Statement:_


_CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) ._


_Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References_ _Job Category_

_: Faculty_ _Primary Location_

_: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20873 - SOM-PEDS Genetics & Metabolism_ _Schedule_

_: Full-time_ _Posting Date_

_: Dec 22, 2025_ _Unposting Date_

_: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: McKallie Quirk Posting Contact Email: mckallie.quirk@childrenscolorado.org (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=mckallie.quirk@childrenscolorado.org) Position Number: 00843561_


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Instructor - Genetics Counselor - 38580 Faculty

Department of Pediatrics | Section of Genetics & Metabolism has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Instructor - Genetic Counselor position. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two millionadult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu. This position provides genetic counseling services for clinical patients with, or at risk of, genetically determined diseases. We serve the population of the State of Colorado and parts or all surrounding states. It is associated with Children's Hospital Colorado but also serves the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus, as well as several affiliated community hospitals throughout the State. The individual hired in this position is responsible to the Genetics & Metabolism Section Head, and, if providing clinical service in another Section of the Department of Pediatrics, the clinical leadership of the section in which care is provided. The individual will work collaboratively with other faculty and genetics and metabolic team members. The successful candidate will join >22 genetic counselors providing care in Children's Hospital Colorado and will work closely with many physicians and other healthcare professionals in the clinical setting. This position will primarily support the Section of Genetics and Metabolism. GCs may move internally depending on clinical need, so the focus of this position could shift to provide GC services in another section depending on need at the time of hiring. The successful candidate will know the primary focus of their work at the time of the offer of a position. This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

+ Share on-call responsibilities with the other faculty.

+ Participate in the education of residents, medical students,pediatric residents, and genetic counseling students



- this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.



With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6815510&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .



Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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