Genetics Counselor jobs in California

Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Genetic Counselor, Medical Genetics
  • UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
  • Oakland, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description/Summary:
    The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive genetic counseling services for pediatric clinics. Provide teaching and supervision services as needed for pediatric residents and genetic counseling students rotating through the division. Coordinate special projects, programs and or/ clinics within assigned services. Participate in the development of new programs and their implementation.

    Position Requirements:
    Minimum Education: Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) accredited training program.
    Minimum Experience: Experience in a medical or other clinical setting, preferably in a medical genetics clinical service.
    License Required: Genetic Counselor Licensure in the state of California
    Certification Required: Boards certified or board eligible Genetic Counseling, ABMG or ABCG
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Effective written and verbal skills. Excellent leadership skills
    Technical Knowledge: Proficiency with PC word-processing, spreadsheets. Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
    Medical Staff Membership Required: Must apply for and be approved to hold the privilege for Genetic Counselor as defined by UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland Medical Staff Office, and must remain in good standing in that category.

    Physical Requirements:
    Sit: Up to 6 hours/day
    Stand/Walk: Up to 6 hours
    Bend/Stoop: Up to 3 hours
    Reach: Up to 6 hours
    Rep Use of UE/Grasp: Up to 6 hours
    Lift/Push/Pull:  25 lbs., over 25 # with assistance or equipment
    This job requires the ability to hear alarms, clients and/or instruction the ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20 feet.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

     

     

     

  • 1 Month Ago

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Genetic Counselor II - Clinical Genetics
  • University of California - Los Angeles Health
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionA. CLINICAL GENETIC COUNSELOR 1. In conjunction with the supervising genetic counselor, coordinate genetics clinics, ascertain the appropriateness of the referral and coordinate necessary g...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Genetic Counselor II - Clinical Genetics
  • UCLA Health Careers
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionA. CLINICAL GENETIC COUNSELOR 1. In conjunction with the supervising genetic counselor, coordinate genetics clinics, ascertain the appropriateness of the referral and coordinate necessary g...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Genetic Counselor - Genetics Can Center
  • Providence
  • Orange, CA OTHER
  • DescriptionUnder the direction of the Department Manager, Director of Operations and Executive Leadership the Genetic Counselor will assess and counsel individuals and families regarding inherited can...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Genetic Counselor - Genetics Can Center
  • Providence
  • Mission Viejo, CA OTHER
  • DescriptionUnder the direction of the Department Manager, Director of Operations and Executive Leadership the Genetic Counselor will assess and counsel individuals and families regarding inherited can...
  • 1 Month Ago

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In-person Physics Tutor
  • Edu Plus Counselor
  • Irvine, CA CONTRACTOR,PART_TIME,TEMPORARY
  • Job Description:Edu Plus Counselor is a high-end education organization dedicated to American education, training, culture, and art exchange. We are mainly engaged in overseas study, test preparation,...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Genetic Counselor
  • Catholic Health
  • West Islip, NY
  • Overview: By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred c...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Genetic Counselor
  • St. Joseph?s Health
  • Paterson, NJ
  • Overview: St. Josephs Healthcare System is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and respons...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cancer Genetic Counselor
  • Physician Affiliate Group of New York
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Overview: Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a Genetic Counselor to the group at Kings County Hospi...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Genetic Counselor
  • Catholic Health Services
  • West Islip, NY
  • Overview By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred ch...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Genetic Counselor
  • Steadymd
  • Ballwin, MO
  • Ranked by Forbes in Top 100 for Best Startup Employer, SteadyMD is powering the telehealth needs of the modern healthcar...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Genetic Counselor
  • PINON PERINATAL, INC.
  • Join a supportive team and make a difference in the lives of growing families in New Mexico! At Piñon Perinatal, we are ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Instructor Genetic Counselor
  • Cu
  • Aurora, IL
  • Description: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusDepartment: Department of Pediatrics | Section of Genetics & ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Genetic Counselor
  • Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • At Houston Methodist, the Genetic Counselor position is responsible fordelivering genetic counseling for individuals wit...
  • 1/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...
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Income Estimation for Genetics Counselor jobs
$85,282 to $104,941

Genetics Counselor in Honolulu, HI
Genetic counselors work with people to help them understand their genetic health risks more fully.
January 02, 2020
Most genetic counselors spend a large part of their day meeting with their patients.
February 21, 2020
Genetics Counselor in Minneapolis, MN
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January 09, 2020
Genetics Counselor in Fort Worth, TX
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