Genetic Counselor - Oncology I MultiD Cancer Coordination Program I Day I Full Time

UF Health • Gainesville, FL

5h

About The Position

The Oncology Genetic Counselor is responsible for promoting desired patient outcomes for the oncology population. The coordinator will be responsible for organizing the services available to patients based on individual patient history and diagnosis. Provides genetic counseling and coordinates follow-up services as determined by genetic testing. The genetic counselors is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team and assists in coordinating/facilitating care elements that involve genetics related issues. Provides direct counseling services and provides education and referrals for patients and families to various resources. Required travel to outpatient oncology infusion centers. Required attendance and participation in the cancer committee and acts as the genetics coordinator for the Commission on Cancer Accreditation. Responsible for maintaining compliance with standard 2.3 of the CoC standard requirements.

Requirements

• A master’s degree is required.
• Solid clinical knowledge and strong people skills
• Familiarity with community agencies and available resources
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and decide what needs attention first
• Comfortable using computers and basic programs like email, Word, and Excel
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, especially in a fast-paced environment
• 1–2 years of experience in a hospital, healthcare, or genetics-related setting
• (Internships count!)
• Must obtain Genetic Counselor certification within six months of hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with oncology patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organizing services for oncology patients based on history and diagnosis
• Providing genetic counseling and coordinating follow-up services
• Assisting in coordinating/facilitating care elements that involve genetics related issues
• Providing direct counseling services and providing education and referrals for patients and families to various resources
• Required travel to outpatient oncology infusion centers
• Required attendance and participation in the cancer committee and acts as the genetics coordinator for the Commission on Cancer Accreditation
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with standard 2.3 of the CoC standard requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level