Genetic Counselor II

Company: VCU Health System (Medical College of Virginia)
Facility: VCU Health System at Richmond
Department: 24101 Human Genetics


This position will provide genetic counseling to patients referred for clinical genetic services at VCU Medical Center This patient population served is a mix of pediatric, adult, and prenatal with anticipated expansion into specialty clinics. Some travel to off site clinical locations is required. The genetic counselor will coordinate the dissemination of clinical genetic information to the patient s, physicians, laboratories, other counselors and office staff at VCU. The Genetic Counselor will also coordinate the dissemination of clinical genetic information to patients, physicians and the lay public in the community. VCU hosts a Master of Science in Genetic Counseling training program. This position will also involve supervision and teaching in that program as well as participation in the education of other students in post graduate programs in the VCU School of Medicine.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)

Level and type of experience REQUIRED:2 years experience in clinical practice

Education/training REQUIRED:Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from an ABGC certified training program Full time 1: Days Masters degree is required