A Genetic Counselor provides healthcare guidance to individuals based upon genetic factors. Advises patients or relatives at risk of an inherited disorder of the consequences and nature of the disorder, the probability of developing or transmitting it, and the options open to them in management and family planning. Requires a certification in Genetic Counseling.
Charleston, South Carolina Human Services Clinical & Research Support Services Full Time Hospital Authority (MUHA) Add to favorites View favorites Job Description Summary Propels the mission of the organization to support individualized cancer treatment, and identification of individuals and families at risk of hereditary cancer, through education, genetic counseling, testing and support in the Hereditary Cancer Clinic. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center
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CHSCorp - Genetic Counseling Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade Health-30 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Provides genetic counseling, testing and results disclosure to individuals and families at risk for hereditary cancer disorders by referral. Provides post-test counseling for In Our DNA SC participants who test positive for mutation and facilitates connection with the Hereditary Cancer Clinic. Supports Hereditary Cancer Clinic by providing pre-appointment family pedigree assessment and discussion of cascade testing. Supports cancer center tumor boards and accreditation standards. Serves as content expert providing education to the community, patients, families, providers, and staff relative to the dynamic changing landscape surrounding cancer genetics from prevention, treatment, and testing perspectives. Supports expansion of the genetic counseling field through precepting students.
Additional Job Description Education:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent
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