Genetics Counselor - Oncology

Genetics Counselor - Oncology 5086 Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania Professional Hospital Cancer Center Administration FT Day Job Description

OVERVIEW

Joining Redeemer Health means becoming part of an inclusive, supportive team where your professional growth is valued. Our strength comes from bringing different perspectives and talent to our workforce, spanning PA & NJ. We offer programs that set up new team members for long-term success including education assistance, scholarships, and career training. With medical and dental coverage, access to childcare & fitness facilities on campus, investment in your retirement, and community events, your career at Redeemer is more than a job. You'll discover a commitment to quality care in a safe environment and a foundation from which you can provide and receive personalized attention. We look forward to being a part of your professional journey. We invite you to apply today.

SUMMARY OF JOB

The role of the Genetic Counselor is assisting patients and their families to understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and familial implications of the genetics related to inherited diseases. This role includes; Interpretation of family /medical histories to assess the patients chance of disease occurrence or recurrence, providing education with respect to inheritance, testing, management, prevention, resources and research as they relate to breast and other oncology patients, and to provide counseling to promote informed patient choices and/or adaptation to the risk or condition (as per the National Society of Genetic Counselors). This individual is responsible for coordinating and implementing the Genetic Program at Holy Redeemer Hospital, facilitating a support group for individuals and families with inherited predisposition to cancer, and conducting health promotion and awareness programs in the community. Services and counseling provided by the Genetic Counselor will conform to the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Facilities (ERDs).

CONNECTING TO MISSION

All individuals, within the scope of their position are responsible to perform their job in light of the Mission & Values of the Health System. Regardless of position, every job contributes to the challenge of providing health care. There is an ongoing responsibility for ensuing that the values of Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, Holistic Approach, Stewardship and Collaboration are present in our interactions with one another in the service we provide.

RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of an accredited program in genetic counseling Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania Master of Science Degree in Genetic Counseling Demonstrated experience in the area of Inherited Cancer Susceptibility syndromes preferred Membership in the National Society of Genetics Counselors or similar Professional organization is preferred Proficient in use of personal computer programs including word processing and data management programs

LICENSE AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling