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Join a collaborative Pediatric Medical Genetics division with Children’s Specialty Group (CSG) at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD) in Norfolk, Virginia. We are seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and highly organized genetic counselor to join our multi-disciplinary team of geneticists, genetic counselors, metabolic dietician, and genetic counseling assistant.

Responsibilities:

• Genetic counselor will establish genetic counseling agenda with patients and their family
• Assist in psychosocial genetic counseling regarding genetic hereditary conditions Coordinate, administer, and deliver genetic counseling to patients and families at risk for genetic or hereditary disorders or inborn errors of metabolism. Assess recurrence risks, and recommend and order genetic testing based on analysis of risks, benefits, and costs.
• Collaborate with physicians regarding patient care and management.
• Participate in patient evaluations. Review implications with patient and provide crisis intervention regarding unexpected results and outcomes.
• Provide training and supervision to volunteers, interns, students, and other learners as appropriate. Educate other healthcare professionals regarding patient referrals and care.
• Opportunities to participate in multidisciplinary clinics with award-winning departments and in activities to improve quality of patient care and experiences.
• Opportunities for research, publications and collaborations locally, nationally, and internationally.

Qualifications:

• Board certified or board eligible in Genetic Counseling
• Licensed in Virginia (or able to obtain a license within a year of hire)
• Master’s degree from an ABGC accredited genetic counseling program

About Children's Specialty Group

Children’s Specialty Group, PLLC (CSG) provides pediatric care to patients from southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. CSG is a physician owned group whose mission is to provide direct high-quality healthcare to children and adolescents, train future clinicians, and conduct research to improve children’s health. We are the sole providers of medical specialty care at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD). CSG is comprised of over 200 board certified or eligible physicians and over 100 advanced practice providers who care for patients throughout the area. The Hampton Roads area boasts beautiful beaches, excellent schools and a multitude of family oriented activities including a zoo, aquarium, Busch Gardens, multiple water parks and a wide array of restaurants. It’s a wonderful place to work and live!

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