Jessica Sebastian
About Jessica Sebastian
Jessica Sebastian is a Genetic Counselor III with over a decade of experience at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she leads the cardiogenetics program and provides telemedicine consultations. She has a strong background in genetic counseling education and has worked in various roles within the field since completing her studies at Arcadia University.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Jessica Sebastian has been serving as a Genetic Counselor, III at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2011. In this role, she leads the cardiogenetics program, where she coordinates appointments and provides resources for families dealing with inherited cardiac conditions. Additionally, she has coordinated the medical genetics inpatient hospital service, participating in consults and tracking test results. Her responsibilities also include consenting and counseling patients on whole exome sequencing and interpreting their test results.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Sebastian earned her Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from Arcadia University, studying from 2009 to 2011. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a focus on developmental biology and genetics from Penn State University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her role as a genetic counselor.
Background in Genetic Counseling
Jessica Sebastian has a diverse background in genetic counseling, having completed several internships and roles prior to her current position. She worked as a Genetic Counseling Intern at the University of Pennsylvania Health System for three months in 2009 and at Genzyme Genetics for four months in 2010. Additionally, she served as a Research Technologist at Penn State University from 2008 to 2009, gaining valuable experience in the field.
Telemedicine Consultations During COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jessica Sebastian provided telemedicine consultations for genetic testing. This adaptation allowed her to continue supporting patients remotely, ensuring access to genetic counseling services during a challenging time for healthcare.
Clinical Supervision at University of Pittsburgh
In her role as a clinical supervisor for the University of Pittsburgh genetic counseling program, Jessica Sebastian oversees the training and development of future genetic counselors. This position highlights her commitment to education and the advancement of the genetic counseling profession.