• Genetic Counselor II (Department of Ophthalmology)

    UPMC (Pittsburgh, PA)


    The Genetic Counselor II will serve as a key clinical and research partner by acting in a highly specialized role focused on inherited eye diseases and emerging ocular therapeutics. This unique position offers direct patient contact, advanced clinical responsibilities, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to work within a supportive, interdisciplinary team at the forefront of ophthalmic genetics. Through this role, you will have the opportunity to shape patient care and treatment pathways, contribute to cutting-edge research and clinical trials, and help advance the future of genomic medicine in ophthalmology.

     

    The Genetic Counselor II will support the UPMC Vision Institute within the Department of Ophthalmology at 1622 Locust Place in Pittsburgh, PA. This full-time role works Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with the option for up to one remote day per week depending on service line needs. The counselor will provide comprehensive genetic risk assessment, patient education, and care coordination for inherited ophthalmic conditions while serving as a resource to clinicians and trainees. This position is part of UPMC's established genetic counselor career ladder, offering opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

     

    Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in genetic counseling.

     

    What Can You Bring to UPMC?

     

    + Contribute to UPMC's mission of Life Changing Medicine

    + Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team

    + Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.

    + Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.

    + Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession

     

    What Can UPMC Do for You?

     

    + A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future

    + Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program

    + Work life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave

    + Competitive pay for the work that you do - base pay, merit, and premium payResponsibilities:

    + Demonstrates expanded knowledge of genetic testing availability and orders appropriately

    + Participates in genetics related outreach activity

    + Submits an abstract (either poster or platform) for a professional medical society meeting

    + Contributes to departmental/divisional educational materials

    + Demonstrates understanding of research protocols

    + Demonstrates competency with triaging patients for scheduling

    + Completes all duties of a Genetic Counselor I

    + Demonstrates proficiency with EMR; incorporates standardized notes for efficiency; completes EMR charting in a timely manner

    + One presentation at GSPH Clinical Case Conference (Thursdays @ noon during academic year)

    + If research focused position: Consents patients for research study; contributes to writing of IRB protocol, informed consent and other related documents; contributes to manuscripts

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

    + 3 years experience as a genetic counselor required. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certified genetic counselor who holds a PA license.

    + American Board of Genetic Counseling

    + Certified Ge netics Counselor

    + Act 34 Genetic Counselor I: Educational and Knowledge Requirements

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

    + American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certified genetic counselor who holds or is eligible for PA licensure or after hire must be eligible to apply for a temporary provisional genetic counselor license within PA and must successfully obtain full licensure within 2 years of being hired.

    + UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran