Genetic Counselor

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Full-time

The Genetic Counselor performs genetic risk assessments. Offers genetic counselling to individuals and families regarding inherited genetic disorders and risk management. Recruits patients for high risk assessment programs and facilitates appropriate research enrollment. Provides community outreach and participates in collaborative research projects, program meetings, and program development.

Education Requirements: Master's Degree

Experience: 2 Years

Certification and Licensure

• Certification by the American Board of Genetics Counseling (or eligible for certification)
• Licensed to practice in the State of Pennsylvania as a Genetic Counselor or has successfully attained a temporary provisional Genetic Counselor License with the intent to sit for the ABGC examination within 90 days of hire or applied for license in the state of Pennsylvania
  
  

Required Skills

• Collaborative Skills
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Good Reasoning Skills
• Listening Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Multitasking
• Organizational Skills
• Prepare & Give Presentations
• Problem Solving Skills
• Service Orientation
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Team Player
  
  

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate Will Meet The Following Qualifications

Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Nursing - OR - Non-Nursing Bachelor's degree with an MSN - OR - Doctoral degree in Nursing

Experience: Diabetes Educator Experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• PA Registered Nurse License
• CDE or CDCES Certification (Required within 12 months of hire)
  
  

Certification by the American Board of Genetics Counseling (or eligible for certification)?