Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
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Entity: The Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania
Department: Med Genetics
Hours: Day Shift Full time
Location: HUP
The Division of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics is seeking to hire a genetic counselor for a combination laboratory (50%) and clinical role (50%)
Clinical genetic counseling will be performed within the Division of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics. Our division consists of clinical geneticists, genetic counselors, clinical coordinators and a nurse practitioner who care for patients in a variety of clinics. We specialize in caring for adults with lysosomal storage disorders, neurofibromatosis type 1, general genetic disorders, aortopathies, HHT and rare cancer syndromes. Learn more about our group at our website: https://www.pennmedicine.org/departments-and-centers/department-of-medicine/divisions/translational-medicine-human-genetics
This position is intended specifically to support our hereditary cancer clinics, which see patients for neuroendocrine tumors, renal cancer, melanoma and tumors/cancers of the CNS.
Additionally, this position will provide genetic counseling support to the Genetic Diagnostic Laboratory (GDL) and expected to participate in data review as well as report writing. The Genetic Diagnostic Laboratory was established in 1994 by Dr. Arupa Ganguly. Under Dr. Ganguly’s leadership, the GDL provides specialized genetic testing in a range of clinical areas, including hereditary cancer syndromes, methylation disorders and others. More information about the GDL can be found at: https://genetics.med.upenn.edu/cores/genetic-diagnostic-laboratory/
Job Responsibilities:
Clinical:
Laboratory:
Review genetic testing data and generate laboratory reports for all tests offered in the GDL
Research:
Education:
Requirements:
Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling or equivalent from an ACGC-accredited genetic counseling program. Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
A candidate completing his or her Master’s degree will be considered with an offer contingent on completion of the program. Pennsylvania genetic counseling license is required to be obtained, as well as the ability to pass child abuse screening.
New graduates and more experienced genetic counselors are encouraged to apply!
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.