About the role
The Division of G enetic and G enomic M edicine in the D epartment of P ediatrics at T he Ohio S tate U niversity C ollege of M edicine , located at N ationwide Children ' s Hospital in C olumbus, O hio, is seeking a metabolic geneticist to join in our clinical, research and teaching activities . Full time, part time and leadership opportunities may be available for the appropriately experienced candidate. The Metabolic Subsection of the Division of Genetics and Genomic Medicine serves inpatients and outpatients of all ages.
The successful candidate will join an expanding team that consists of ten clinical geneticists ( two metabolic ) , 21 genetic counselors , three full - time metabolic dieticians, three nurse practitioners, and metabolic medical assistants / L P N s to provide expert care to patients with metabolic genetic disease . B iochemical genetics laboratory services on site . The Division also supports a Clinical G enetics residency program, and fellowships in M edical B iochemical, M olecular G enetics and C ytogenetics.
N ationwide Children’s is 1 of 8 R egional G enetics C enters funded by the Ohio D epartment of H ealth , serving over 3. 5 million (> 750,000 pediatric age ) in central, northwest and southeast Ohio, with 3 5,000 births annually . In addition to biochemical laboratory services, Nationwide boasts on-site cytogenetics and molecular diagnostic labs with easy access to on - site rapid genome sequencing as well as flexibility to send - out testing as needed .
There are a number of active clinical trials focused on metabolics conducted through the Division.
Provides medical care and treatment to patients.
Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions. Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support. Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required. Stays up-to-date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care. Education Requirement: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required.
Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required. Licensure Requirement: Medical License in the State of Ohio, required. Unrestricted licensed physician, required.
Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.
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Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division. Physical
- OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0
- 10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11
- 20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21
- 40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0
- 25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment. "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"