Oncology Genetic Counselor - Cancer Care Support

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Provides oncology genetic counseling to patients and families by obtaining genetic histories, assessing pertinent risk factors and developing family trees; counsels patients and families about risk factors and proposed diagnostic procedures. Coordinates specimen collection and transfer to appropriate laboratory, monitors and reports test results to provider and patient. Provides follow-up counseling and resources to patients when needed including referral to community support groups. Coordinates other genetic services as needed. Informs providers and patients of test results.

Requirements

• Graduate of an Accreditation Council of Genetic Counseling (ACGC) accredited Master's degree program or anticipated graduation of program within six (6) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling or board eligible for certification by the ABGC with certification obtained within one (1) year of start date.
• At least one (1) year of Genetic Counseling in an Oncology outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides oncology genetic counseling to patients and families by obtaining genetic histories.
• Assesses pertinent risk factors and develops family trees.
• Counsels patients and families about risk factors and proposed diagnostic procedures.
• Coordinates specimen collection and transfer to appropriate laboratory.
• Monitors and reports test results to provider and patient.
• Provides follow-up counseling and resources to patients when needed.
• Refers patients to community support groups.
• Coordinates other genetic services as needed.
• Informs providers and patients of test results.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree