Licensed Genetic Counselor

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$83,700 - $106,700•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves active participation within the Section of Genetic Counseling at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). The role can include Incident-to Follow Up Genetic counseling visits for established patients to assist with returning test results, updating medical and family histories, reviewing testing options, and evaluating familial recurrence risks. The role supports the Lipid Heart Clinic, Heart Function, and Connective Tissue Clinic (Dr. Drant). CHOP is committed to supporting the health of its patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or have patient-facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.

Requirements

Master's Degree Genetic Counseling or Human Genetics - Required
At least three (3) years experience as an independent genetic counselor - Required (LGC 2)
At least five (5) years as an independent genetic counselor - Required (LGC 3)
At least eight (8) years as an independent genetic counselor -Required (LGC 4)
Demonstrated ability in counseling, skills, techniques and other related areas.
Certified Genetics Counselor - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) - upon hire - Required
Licensed Genetics Counselor - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required or
Licensed Osteopathic Genetic Counselor - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required

Nice To Haves

Licensed Genetics Counselor - New Jersey State Licensing Board - - Preferred
Prior experience with clinical data or research data is preferred.

Responsibilities

Recognized as a point-of-contact for a specialized patient population
Reviews patient information, evaluates family history, conducts risk assessment, and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis.
Provides crisis intervention and psychosocial counseling as necessary.
Works directly with the Attending Physician assigned to the patient population.
Sought out to provide outreach and education
May assist with education/ mentorship within the Division, along with providing clinical education and mentorship to Genetic Counseling graduate students
Present cases at rounds, or other conferences
Involvement with research activity related to their specialized patient population based on the specific job description.
Published on posters/ abstracts/ publications
Follows IRB protocols and guidelines as per specific approved protocol.
Works directly with the Principal Investigator for the specific research protocol.