Specialization:
Medical Genetics and Genomics
Pediatric Geneticist
Job Summary:
Mission Health partner, Fullerton Genetics Center, is seeking a board certified or board eligible geneticist to join our team in Asheville, NC. Candidates of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
Qualified Candidates:
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Board certified or board eligible
- Eligible for or licensed to practice in the state of NC
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Outpatient focus with some inpatient consults
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Ability to see at least 5 – 6 patients a day
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Ability to see both pediatric and adult patients (about 30 percent pediatrics)
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Incoming candidate will join full staffed team -
- Ability to take call in 1-week increments
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Practicing physicians and new grads encouraged to apply
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Teaching opportunities available
Compensation & Benefits-
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
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Competitive salary is aligned with MGMA benchmarks
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Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
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CME allowance
- Relocation assistance
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Malpractice coverage
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Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
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Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
About Mission Hospital:-
Mission Hospital is licensed for 815 beds
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The only ACS-verified Level I Trauma Center serving Western North Carolina and one of only seven in the state
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Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level III Epilepsy Center, Level III NICU, and includes the only children’s hospital in western North Carolina
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Recognized by Healthgrades as America's 50 Best Hospitals Award™ consecutive years, spanning 2016 through 2025
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Magnet® designated hospital for nursing excellence
About The Fullerton Genetics Center:
The Fullerton Genetics Center is a regional hub for medical genetics, genetic counseling, and advanced diagnostic testing. It’s one of the most advanced genetics centers in the Southeast, and it’s part of Mission Health providing both clinical care and laboratory services for patients with inherited conditions, developmental disorders, and complex genetic diseases. Special strengths include:
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Comprehensive genetic testing
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Expert genetic counseling
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Specialized pediatric genetics
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Advanced technology including high‑resolution chromosomal microarray, next‑generation sequencing, and other tools that smaller clinics don’t have.
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Regional referral center
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Integrated care with Mission Health
Ashville blends natural beauty, creative energy, and a relaxed but vibrant lifestyle. The city’s focus on wellness, outdoor recreation, and local culture contributes to a strong overall quality of life and consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the U.S.
- Excellent public and private school options, including top boarding schools
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Easy access to Asheville Regional Airport, Charlotte, and Greenville
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Friendly, community-oriented culture
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Blue Ridge Mountain Access – Endless hiking, waterfalls, and scenic overlooks
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Creative Arts Culture – dozens of galleries, festivals, and creative environments
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Nationally recognized culinary and craft beer scene, with farm‑to‑table restaurants, independent cafés, and one of the highest brewery densities in the country.
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Growing job market
- Historic charm
