Genetic Counselor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Genetic Counselor Job Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Genetics/Genomics/Genetic Counseling Department RWJ - Medicine Cardiology Overview

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 Medicine, in the division of Cardiology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The Medical Genetics Counselor provides clinical 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.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides comprehensive genetic counseling evaluation and follow-up as part of the Cardiology Division, with a primary focus on patients and families affected by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), inherited cardiomyopathies, and other genetic cardiovascular conditions.
• Participates in the HCM/cardiovascular genetics clinic and provides genetic counseling support for inpatient and outpatient cardiology services as appropriate.
• Collects and documents detail personal, medical, and multi-generational family histories and relevant clinical information to assess risk for inherited cardiovascular conditions.
• Evaluates patients and families for potential genetic conditions and assesses indications for genetic testing based on clinical findings, family history, phenotype, and established guidelines.
• Provides pre-test genetic counseling, explaining the purpose, benefits, limitations, potential outcomes, inheritance patterns, and implications of genetic testing.
• Informs patients and families of genetic and familial risks and provides recommendations for appropriate genetic testing, clinical evaluation, and family screening.

FLSA Exempt Grade 27S Salary Details Minimum Salary 77661.000 Mid Range Salary 93390.000 Maximum Salary 111027.000 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Masters' Degree in Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling or its equivalent required.
• 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).

Certifications/Licenses

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Genetic Counselor American Board of Genetic Counseling (AMGC)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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 is highly desirable.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Ability to lift or exert up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate Noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST2092 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-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. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a minimum of a Master's Degree in Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling or its equivalent?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you Board Certified or Board Eligible in Genetic Counselor by American Board of Genetic Counseling (AMGC)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application