MFM Genetic Counselor

Job Details

Jefferson Einstein is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Prenatal Genetic Counselor to join our growing Maternal–Fetal Medicine (MFM) Division. The counselor will work as an integral member of a multidisciplinary perinatal team, providing comprehensive genetic counseling to individuals and families during pregnancy. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive academic environment that values excellence in clinical care, patient education, and teaching.

Job Description

Prenatal Genetic Counselor – Jefferson Einstein Maternal–Fetal Medicine

Location: Philadelphia, PA Department: Maternal–Fetal Medicine, Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia & Einstein Medical Center Montgomery Organization: Jefferson Einstein Health / Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (no call)

Essential Responsibilities

· Obtain and interpret detailed family and medical histories to assess genetic and reproductive risks.

· Provide expert counseling on prenatal screening and diagnostic options, including NIPT, carrier screening, CVS, and amniocentesis.

· Communicate genetic test results and implications to patients and healthcare providers in a clear, empathetic manner.

· Coordinate specimen collection, laboratory communication, and follow-up of genetic test results.

· Collaborate with MFM physicians, obstetric providers, sonographers, neonatologists, and pediatric subspecialists to optimize patient care.

· Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and patient care meetings.

· Assist with resident, fellow, and medical student education within the department.

· Engage in program development, quality improvement, and research initiatives as appropriate.

· Ensure documentation and counseling meet institutional, ethical, and legal standards.

Qualifications

· Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from an ACGC-accredited program.

· Board Certification or Eligibility from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG).

· Eligible for Pennsylvania state licensure as a Genetic Counselor.

· Prior experience in prenatal or perinatal genetics preferred; new graduates with strong clinical skills are welcome to apply.

· Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

· Commitment to patient-centered, equitable care in a diverse urban population.

Why Join Jefferson Einstein

· Work within one of Philadelphia's leading academic health systems and a regional referral center for high-risk obstetrics.

· Collaborative team of 5 board-certified MFM specialists, perinatal ultrasonographers, and perinatal nurses.

· Participate in teaching and academic activities.

· Access to advanced diagnostic testing, research opportunities, and academic mentorship.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Albert Einstein Medical Center

Primary Location Address

5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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