Genetic Counselor
About The Position
Provides genetic counseling and education to individuals with a family history of cancer. Collects and analyzes family medical history and develops statistical models for cancer risk assessment. Liaisons with physicians and clinicians to coordinate patient laboratory and diagnostic testing, including insurance authorization, test scheduling and results reporting. Maintains patient literature and educational information. Serves as a subject matter resource for and mentor to other team members relative to cancer genetic services. Works with team members to improve clinic processes and increase program volumes. Access resources available through The US Oncology Network GREAT program. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Requirements
- Masters degree in Medical Genetics/Counseling including clinical experience from an accredited genetics counseling training program.
- Minimum two years as a practicing genetics counselor preferred, oncology experience preferred.
- Board certified (or eligibility for certification) from the American Board of Genetics Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics.
Responsibilities
- Provide genetic counseling and testing where appropriate to individuals with a personal or family history of cancer
- Collect medical and family history from patients and a variety of other sources such as medical records
- Input information into modeling systems to calculate cancer risks for individuals and families.
- Coordinate genetic testing logistics and troubleshoot when issues arise
- Review information with physicians, APPs, and clinical teams to develop treatment plans
- Provide long-term follow-up for patients as necessary
- Review external and internal referrals and help scheduling team determine priority for visits
- Maintain patient educational resources and literature
- Maintain templates for clinical documentation used across the practice
- Assist with completion of data analysis of genetics program
- Assist with developing processes to accurately track genetic counseling services and revenue
- Assist with growth of genetics services within the practice and participate in outreach activities in the community
- Build strong collaborative relationships within the practice and community
- Mentor staff to ensure exceptional patient care
- Maintain confidentiality of all information related to patients, medical staff, finances, and other applicable privacy regulations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
