Clinical Geneticist - Adult and Pediatric Geneticist - $300,000
Company
Healthcare Staffing Plus
Published
2025-07-19
Closes
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States
Category
Genetics
Type
Full-time
Description
Seeking a Pediatric Clinical Geneticist to lead the Section of Clinical Genetics. This role involves teaching, research, clinical work, and administrative leadership in a growing genetics program that serves pediatric and adult patients. One of the largest full-service pediatric hospital in Virginia, and its newly expanded 500,000-square-foot inpatient Children's Tower enhances its ability to provide specialized care.
Academic medical center
Excellent relocation package - $25,000 - $50,000
COLLABORATION
• The division works under a collaborative care model, meaning genetic counselors are heavily integrated into outpatient clinics
• They also have a Genetic Counseling Master's program, so faculty geneticists are expected to teach and mentor students
• The team includes a PA a locum tenens MD, and currently one full-time MD - with the goal of rebuilding to at least three faculty (including a new section chief)
Qualifications:
• MD or MD/PhD
• ABMGG certification in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
• Fellowship training in metabolic/biochemical genetics is a plus.
• The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a wide range of genetic conditions across all age groups, and is committed to a team-based approach (working closely with genetic counselors, nutritionists, etc.).
• They should have a passion for teaching (given the academic setting and genetic counseling program) and ideally some interest in clinical research or program development.
• Strong communication and empathy with patients/families are essential.
• At least 5 years in patient care and leadership experience in a medical genetics program
• The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of patient care experience
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
• Leadership in genetic services and program development
• Expertise in pediatric and adult genetic conditions
• Strong teaching and mentoring background for medical students, residents, and genetic counselors
• Research contributions (publications, conference presentations)
• Administrative experience (strategic planning, quality improvement)
• Preferred: ABMGG certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics
Academic medical center
Excellent relocation package - $25,000 - $50,000
COLLABORATION
• The division works under a collaborative care model, meaning genetic counselors are heavily integrated into outpatient clinics
• They also have a Genetic Counseling Master's program, so faculty geneticists are expected to teach and mentor students
• The team includes a PA a locum tenens MD, and currently one full-time MD - with the goal of rebuilding to at least three faculty (including a new section chief)
Qualifications:
• MD or MD/PhD
• ABMGG certification in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
• Fellowship training in metabolic/biochemical genetics is a plus.
• The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a wide range of genetic conditions across all age groups, and is committed to a team-based approach (working closely with genetic counselors, nutritionists, etc.).
• They should have a passion for teaching (given the academic setting and genetic counseling program) and ideally some interest in clinical research or program development.
• Strong communication and empathy with patients/families are essential.
• At least 5 years in patient care and leadership experience in a medical genetics program
• The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of patient care experience
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
• Leadership in genetic services and program development
• Expertise in pediatric and adult genetic conditions
• Strong teaching and mentoring background for medical students, residents, and genetic counselors
• Research contributions (publications, conference presentations)
• Administrative experience (strategic planning, quality improvement)
• Preferred: ABMGG certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics
