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Rutgers University

Genetic Counselor

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933


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Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Genetics/Genomics/Genetic CounselingDepartment:

RWJ-Pediatric GeneticsOverview:

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.Posting Summary:

Rutgers, the state University of New Jersey, is seeking a Genetic Counselor for the department of Pediatrics at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The Pediatric Medical Genetics Counselor provides clinical Pediatric and Adult genetic counseling services, under physician supervision when needed, for families and/or pregnancies at risk or suspected of having a genetic condition. Additional responsibilities include delegation, direction, and supervision of the activities genetic counseling students. Excellent opportunity for a genetic counselor to join the Division of Pediatric Medical Genetics at Rutgers.Key Duties:Provides genetic counseling evaluation and follow-up as part of a team in the Pediatric Medical Genetic Division at the Rutgers Health, Child Health Institute of New Jersey and The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.Participates in pediatric genetic clinic and in-patient service.Collects family history and clinical information.Informs patient of risks, appropriate genetic testing.Obtains precertification for genetic testing.Prepares detailed reports for patients and physicians.Provides pre and post-test genetic counseling and support.Position Status:

Full TimeDaily Work Shift:

DayWork Arrangement:

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.Minimum Education and Experience:Masters’ Degree in Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling or its equivalent required within six (6) months of hire.Certifications/Licenses:Documentation of training in genetic counseling techniques and experience in genetic counseling at a site accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics (AMBG) or the American Board of Genetic Counseling (AMGC).Board Certified or Board Eligible Genetic Counselor American Board of Genetic Counseling (AMGC).Preferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to applicants who are board certified or eligible for board certification.Familiarity with the medical and research community in genetics as well as appropriate community resources pertaining to genetic family studies and new technologies in diagnosis and treatment of genetic disorders.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Must be able to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.Work Environment: Moderate noise environment with some exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment; some potential exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to hazardous waste.Posting Number:

24ST1826Regional Campus:

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location Campus:

Downtown New BrunswickCity:

New BrunswickState:

NJPre-employment Screenings:

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization Requirements:

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to your access to and/or your participation in the application and selection processes, please call 848-932-4444 or e-mail us.

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