Genetic Counselor IV (Leukodystrophy Center)

SHIFT: Day (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview Clinical or research-based genetic counselor with demonstrated expert-level genetic counseling expertise and/or recognized as a point-of-contact for a specialized patient population or clinical program, along with providing efforts consistent to the mission of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Additionally, this position involves an enhanced level of participation and responsibilities within, but not exclusive of, at least one the following: - Administration, - Education and/or Scholarly Pursuits, - Professional development, - Research, - Clinical care or outreach. If acceptable by clinical leadership within the GCs Division, this role is able to engage in Incident-to Follow Up Genetic counseling visits for established patients to the practice to assist with returning test results, updating medical and family histories, reviewing testing options, and evaluating familial recurrence risks. What you will do

• Clinical:
• 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.
• Education:
• 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
• Research:
• 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.

Education Qualifications

• Master's Degree Genetic Counseling or Human Genetics Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least eight (8) years as an independent genetic counselor Required

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability in counseling, skills, techniques and other related areas.
• Subject to pressure related and/or emergency clinical problems.
• Must have a high degree of flexibility of skills and hours.
• Prior experience with clinical data or research data is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Genetics Counselor - American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) - upon hire - Required and
• Licensed Genetics Counselor - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required or
• Licensed Osteopathic Genetic Counselor - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required
• Licensed Genetics Counselor - New Jersey State Licensing Board - - Preferred

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