Genetic Counselor

The Department of Molecular & Medical Genetics has an immediate opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) genetic counselor specializing in pediatric genetics. The selected candidate will join our pediatric genetics team involving multiple MDs, NPs, genetic counselors, genetic counseling assistants and administrative staff. 

• This position will be actively involved in clinical genetic counseling services for in-person patient care and telehealth outpatient clinics alongside MD/NPs as well as through independent GC-led telehealth visits.
• The counselor will participate in overall coordination of patient care including intake, assessment, counseling, test coordination, and follow-up.
• Our genetic counselors are involved in several pediatric multidisciplinary clinics, working in partnership with care teams and medical geneticists.
• In addition to direct patient care, our genetic counselors serve a primary role in education to medical trainees, genetic counseling students and other health care providers.
• Participation in research and publication is also encouraged for interested faculty. 

• Master's degree in Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling from an ACGC accredited training program
• Board Certified or an Active Candidate through the ABGC
• Maintain, or be eligible, for Oregon state and Washington state genetic counseling licensure 

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