Responsible for genetic counseling to individuals and families in specified areas of clinical genetics, such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology, and neurology, to help them understand and adapt to birth defects or genetic disorders by providing them with information, education, and reassurance. Principal Accountabilities: 1. Analyzes and interprets test results and genetic information from family histories and identifies patients or families at risk for specific diseases, disorders, or syndromes, particularly as it applies to children. 2. Advises patients or relatives of the risks, consequences, and nature of inherited disorders and diseases, the probability of developing or transmitting them, recurrence risks, and the options open to them in management and family planning. 3. Conducts risk assessments and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis. 4. Works with couples who want children to understand their in passing on certain birth defects or genetic disorders to their unborn children. 5. Gains an in-depth understanding of the family history of each patient and thoroughly records the medical history of each patient, spending ample time evaluating the data. 6. Determines or coordinates treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data. 7. Explains diagnostic procedures, such ultrasound, fetal blood sampling, and amniocentesis. 8. Assesses patients' psychological or emotional needs such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations or assist patients in managing test outcomes. 9. Supports and counsels patients if they find out they or their children are at risk for certain genetic diseases or disorders, and helps them with more difficult aspects and findings. 10. Provides support as patients go through extensive and sometimes invasive genetic tests. 11. Educates physicians and health professionals at prenatal clinics, pediatric care centers, and adult genetic centers. Participates in clinical research studies. Required: 1. Masters in Genetic Counseling 2. NJ Genetic Counseling License Preferences: + Prior genetic counseling experience with emphasis on Maternal Fetal Medicine Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning. Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health System’s entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health System, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services. In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals. Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits + Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) + Life & AD&D Insurance. + Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) + 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution + PTO & Paid Sick Leave + Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising + Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave + Backup and On-Site Childcare + Well-Being Rewards + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program + Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts + Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.