Genetic Counselor

The Genetic Counselor provides genetic counseling to patients referred for clinical genetic services. The Genetic Counselor coordinates the dissemination of clinical genetic information to the physicians, laboratories, other counselors and office staff at VCU. The Genetic Counselor coordinates the dissemination of clinical genetic information to patients and physicians in the community.


The Genetic Counselor participates in the education and training of genetic counseling students and other students in post graduate education in the VCU School of Medicine.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Active Candidate Status with the American Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC) to sit for the National Examination*
*Must obtain certification within 2 years of date of hire into position

Active Virginia Genetic Counselor license

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)

Active Virginia Genetic Counselor license

Experience REQUIRED: N/A

Experience PREFERRED:
Previous experience of one (1) or more years in clinical practice

Education/training REQUIRED:
Masters of Science in Genetic Counseling from an ABGC certified training program

Education/training PREFERRED: N/A

Independent action(s) required:
Performs daily assignments independently.
Seeks guidance from Genetic Counselor Lead and/or department leadership as needed.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements: N/A

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$75,524.80 - $117,083.20

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

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