Per Diem Perinatal Counselor
South Shore Health · US
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Job description
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-22687 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Laborist APC PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day (United States of America) Responsible for counseling patients and families concerning genetic and non-genetic problems. Serves as a resource to patients, families and health care providers regarding genetic counseling issues. Works closely with patients during highly stressful times and deals with sensitive information in an empathetic and supportive manner. Participates in developing new programs related to the MFM unit Compensation Pay Range: $42.35 - $61.40 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Counsels patients/families referred for the following: a. Abnormal serum screening results b. Advanced maternal age c. Difficult decision making d. First trimester/integrated screening e. Pregnancy loss f. Suspected/known fetal anomalies g. Significant family history h. Ultrasound findings i. Teratogens 2. Counsels patients/families regarding diagnostic procedures: a. Amniocentesis b. Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) c. Percu...