• Genetic Counselor IV

    UPMC (Pittsburgh, PA)


    Join Our Team as a Prenatal Genetic Counselor at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital!

     

    UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is currently seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Genetic Counselor to join our growing and collaborative team. As part of a high-volume academic medical center affiliated with a premier genetic counseling training program, this role offers a unique opportunity to work in a cutting-edge clinical environment while contributing to education and research.

     

    We offer a Monday-Friday daylight schedule and opportunities for professional development, including mentorship of genetic counseling students and participation in ongoing research initiatives.

     

    Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. All levels of GC experience invited to apply.

     

    UPMC is offering a generous sign-on bonus for qualified Genetic Counselors!

    Responsibilities:

    + Serves in an expert role to advance a dept/division strategic initiative

    + Assumes an expert role in mentoring and coordinating various learners within the dept/division

    + Performs all duties of a Genetic Counselor III

    + Quality Initiative project or GC student thesis committee member or patient experience assessment

    + Is an author on a publication in a peer review journal

    + Performs all clinical duties at a highly proficient level

    + Research GC: Assists with grant proposals and submissions; writes abstracts and manuscripts, coordinates research studies; develops and implements research theories and hypotheses. Writes and submits IRB protocols.

    + Provides lectures for the Univ of Pitt GC program

    + Identifies opportunities for expansion of genetic services/programs

    + Proficient involvement with research activities

    + Master of Science in Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling from an American Board of Genetics Counseling (ABGC) accredited institution.

    + For Genetic Counselor IV: 7 years of experience as a genetic counselor required.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    + American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certified genetic counselor who holds a PA license.

    + Certified Genetics Counselor

    + Act 34

     

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran