Genetic Counselor

Genetic Counselor University of California Irvine Health, United States 4 days ago

Location:

Orange, CALIFORNIA Details

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Summary:

Summary here. Details

Posted:

13-Jun-26

Location:

Orange, California

Type:

Full-time

Categories:

Academic/Faculty Allied Health

Internal Number:

7232715 Genetic Counselor

Req ID:

148568

Location:

Orange, California

Division:

School of Medicine

Department:

Peds Genetics

Position Type:

Full Time

Salary Range Minimum:

USD $43.35/Yr.

Salary Range Maximum:

USD $51.81/Yr. Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit uci . The Department of Pediatrics is home to roughly 60 HCOMP faculty and over 250 affiliated faculty at CHOC Children's Hospital and Miller Children's Hospital. Additionally, the Department houses approximately 75 staff and 25 academic staff members. The Department has a robust research portfolio with multiple NIH grants covering research in areas including exercise, neurology, psychiatry, and genetics. The Department receives approximately $12M in annual research awards and the bulk of funding is supported by NIH. The Department also works closely with the UCI Institute for Clinical and Translational Science. The

UCI/CHOC

residency program is the 2nd largest at UCI, with 81 residents. In addition, the Department is home to joint

UCI/CHOC

fellowship programs comprising 34 fellows in the areas of neonatology, critical care, endocrinology, infectious diseases, hematology/oncology, and pediatric hospitalist. Your Role on the Team Under general supervision and in addition to the full range of operational duties, incumbents are assigned responsibility to design, administer, and evaluate specialized counseling programs; design and conduct ongoing research programs; or serve as the designated experts, consultants, or sources of specialized knowledge withing the genetic counseling profession. What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

Possess excellent genetic counseling and psychosocial skills to counsel individuals and/or families in a sensitive and confidential manner Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns Ability to interact appropriately with referring providers Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Board certification in genetic counseling by the American Board of Medical Genetics Licensure or eligibility for genetic counseling license in the state of California. A minimum of 3 years of experience

Preferred:

Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques. Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail in both areas is very important. Total Rewards In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: ground Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct• Legal Right to work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment •

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may , some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - hr.uci/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy . We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eecuci . Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization To , visit jobs.uci/careers-home/jobs/148568 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant Inc. . Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-5475e56e7468234bbcea895464dc80b9 Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs Logo About University of California Irvine Health Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities. Connections working at University of California Irvine Health More Jobs from This Employer main.hercjobs.org/jobs/22349945/genetic-counselor Return to Search Results