Licensed Genetic Counselor

$84k to $107k

Philadelphia Campus- Main HospitalFull-timePosted Oct 14, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

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A Brief Overview Clinical or research-based genetic counselor with demonstrated genetic counseling expertise and/or recognized as a point-of-contact for a specialized patient population, along with providing efforts consistent to the mission of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. This position includes active participation within the Section of Genetic Counseling.

If acceptable by clinical leadership within the GCs Division, this role is able to engage in Incident-to Follow Up Genetic counseling visits for established patients to the practice to assist with returning test results, updating medical and family histories, reviewing testing options, and evaluating familial recurrence risks.

In this role, you will support the following programs: Lipid Heart Clinic Heart Function Connective Tissue Clinic (Dr. Drant) What you will do Clinical: Recognized as a point-of-contact for a specialized patient population Reviews patient information, evaluates family history, conducts risk assessment, and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis.

Provides crisis intervention and psychosocial counseling as necessary. Works directly with the Attending Physician assigned to the patient population.

Education

Sought out to provide outreach and education May assist with education/ mentorship within the Division, along with providing clinical education and mentorship to Genetic Counseling graduate students Present cases at rounds, or other conferences Research: Involvement with research activity related to their specialized patient population based on the specific job description.

Published on posters/ abstracts/ publications Follows IRB protocols and guidelines as per specific approved protocol. Works directly with the Principal Investigator for the specific research protocol.

Education

Qualifications Master's Degree Genetic Counseling or Human Genetics

  • Required Experience Qualifications At least three (3) years experience as an independent genetic counselor
  • Required (LGC
  1. At least five (5) years as an independent genetic counselor
  • Required (LGC
  1. At least eight (8) years as an independent genetic counselor -Required (LGC
  2. Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability in counseling, skills, techniques and other related areas. Subject to pressure related to emergency clinical problems. Must have a high degree of flexibility of skills and hours. Prior experience with clinical data or research data is preferred. Licenses and Certifications Certified Genetics Counselor
  • American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) - upon hire
  • Required and Licensed Genetics Counselor
  • Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months
  • Required or Licensed Osteopathic Genetic Counselor
  • Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months
  • Required Licensed Genetics Counselor
  • New Jersey State Licensing Board -
  • Preferred Salary Depending on skill and experience we may consider hiring a Licensed Genetic Counselor II, III, or IV. Specific salary is dependent on experience relative to internal equity. LGC II - $83,700 - $106,700 LGC III - $92,100 - $117,400 LGC IV - $101,300 - $129,100 To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more. EEO / VEVRAA Federal Contractor | Tobacco Statement SALARY RANGE: $83,700.00 - $106,700.00 Annually Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly. ------------------- At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.

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