Location
Oklahoma
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
May 27, 2026
Job Description
A pediatric geneticist specializes in diagnosing, managing, and treating genetic disorders in children. Their responsibilities include:
1. Diagnosis and Evaluation- Assess children with birth defects, developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and genetic syndromes.
- Interpret family history and assess hereditary risks.
- Conduct physical examinations to identify genetic disorders.
- Order and interpret genetic tests (e.g., chromosomal analysis, whole exome sequencing).
- Explain genetic conditions, inheritance patterns, and risks to families.
- Discuss potential outcomes and implications of genetic disorders.
- Provide guidance on family planning options, including prenatal and carrier testing.
- Develop individualized treatment plans for children with genetic conditions.
- Collabo...