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Genetic Counselors

Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.

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Healthcare PractitionersOne of its 96 occupations
Code
29-9092.00SOC 2018: 29-9092

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  1. Task 1. Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to patients or physicians.Core taskTask 17507Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  2. Task 2. Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in making informed decisions.Core taskTask 17506Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  3. Task 3. Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.Core taskTask 17500Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  4. Task 4. Provide counseling to patient and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance.Core taskTask 17504Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  5. Task 5. Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians.Core taskTask 17511Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  6. Task 6. Provide genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics, such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology.Core taskTask 17502Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  7. Task 7. Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.Core taskTask 17505Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  8. Task 8. Interview patients or review medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories, and document findings.Core taskTask 17508Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  9. Task 9. Assess patients' psychological or emotional needs, such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations or assist patients in managing test outcomes.Core taskTask 17503Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  10. Task 10. Provide patients with information about the inheritance of conditions such as cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and various forms of cancer.Core taskTask 17509Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  11. Task 11. Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in genetics.Core taskTask 17517Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  12. Task 12. Prepare or provide genetics-related educational materials to patients or medical personnel.Core taskTask 17518Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  13. Task 13. Explain diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS), ultrasound, fetal blood sampling, and amniocentesis.Core taskTask 17501Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  14. Task 14. Refer patients to specialists or community resources.Core taskTask 17510Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  15. Task 15. Design and conduct genetics training programs for physicians, graduate students, other health professions or the general community.Core taskTask 17512Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  16. Task 16. Evaluate or make recommendations for standards of care or clinical operations, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, ethics, legislation, or policies.Core taskTask 17515Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  17. Task 17. Engage in research activities related to the field of medical genetics or genetic counseling.Core taskTask 17514Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  18. Task 18. Collect for, or share with, research projects patient data on specific genetic disorders or syndromes.Core taskTask 17513Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014
  19. Task 19. Identify funding sources and write grant proposals for eligible programs or services.Core taskTask 17516Rated by 23 occupational experts, July 2014

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