Genetic Counselor, Oncology Clinic

Back Genetic Counselor, Oncology Clinic North Mississippi Health Services Tupelo, MS, USA May 19, 2026 Counseling Research Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Genetic Counselor provides expert clinical counseling, risk assessment, and education to patients and families with known or suspected genetic conditions. This role supports informed decision?making by interpreting genetic test results, assessing inherited risk, and explaining diagnostic, prognostic, and treatment implications. The Genetic Counselor works collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary clinical teams to integrate genetic insights into patient care across inpatient and outpatient hospital settings while maintaining the highest standards of ethical and patient?centered practice.

JOB FUNCTIONS JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family history assessments to evaluate genetic risk.
• Provide pre-test and post-test genetic counseling to patients and families.
• Interpret and explain genetic test results in a clear, compassionate manner.
• Assists patients and families with understanding genetic disorders in their families, probable course of the disorder, available management strategies, medical recommendations from the geneticist and recurrence risks.
• Discusses benefits and limitations of genetic testing options.
• Obtains informed consent for interested patients.
• Develop and document follow-up recommendations for patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Document patient interactions, risk assessments, and care plans accurately.
• Provide emotional support and appropriate referrals.
• Stay current with advances in genetics, genomics, and counseling practices.
• Assist in program development, outreach, and patient education initiatives.
• Coordinates and supports the execution of research of protocol as needed, including recruitment and assessment of research subjects and provision of patient advice and support.
• Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and privacy standards.
• Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Master's Degree Genetic Counseling or directly equivalent discipline. Required Licenses and Certifications CGC - Certified Genetic Counselor. . . Required Work Experience 1-3 years. 1 yr experience in healthcare setting. Required 1-3 years. Experience in oncology or genetic counseling. Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Proficient in utilization of EMR and office programs Strong oral and written communication Critical thinking and analytical skills Organizational and documentation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Benefits A

• vailable Continuing Education 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License +

Certification Reimbursement Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Other:

Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers Email me jobs like this About North Mississippi Health Services North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS) is a diversified regional health care organization serving 24 counties in north Mississippi and northwest Alabama and is one of the largest employers in Mississippi with over 6,900 employees. NMHS covers a broad range of acute diagnostic and therapeutic services offered through North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) in Tupelo, Community Hospital System, and North Mississippi Medical Clinics. NMHS strives to improve the health for people in this region by providing conveniently accessible and cost-effective healthcare of the highest quality. Company Profile