Genetic Counselor

Department Overview 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. Function/Duties of Position 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. Required Qualifications 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 Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr