Associate Genetic Counselor

Job ID:

42146

Job Category:

Research

Work Type:

Full Time

Work Schedule:

Days

Department:

Genetics

Facility:

Tipton Cancer Center

Location:

Memphis, TN

Overview

Provides genetic counseling for all participating entities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to providing clinical services, participating in medical andmunity genetics education, identifying research opportunities, and assisting in developing the genetics program. s to the Director of Genetics. Performs other duties as assigned.

Associate Genetic Counselor

Job Summary

Provides genetic counseling services for all participating entities. Responsibilities include delivering clinical services, supporting education initiatives for healthcare professionals and themunity, identifying research opportunities, and contributing to the development of the genetics program. This role reports to the Director of Genetics and performs other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality genetic counseling services inpliance with regulatory standards andanizational policies.

Coordinate and collaborate with healthcare professionals and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.

Provide clinical guidance to patients and providers, including:

Syndrome identification

Medical management rmendations

Genetic testing coordination and interpretation

Psychosocial counseling

Multidisciplinary care planning

Identify and rmend research opportunities that enhance patient care delivery and oues across theanization.

Participate in educational initiatives for healthcare professionals andmunity audiences.

Support program development efforts within the genetics department.

Achieve assigned performance goals and objectives.

Qualifications

Education

Required:

Master's degree in Medical Genetics or a related field

Experience

Required:

Clinical rotationspleted as part of an advanced degree program

Certifications / Training

Required:

Board Eligible or Board Certified Genetic Counselor through the American Board of Genetic Counseling

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of:

Healthcare issues related to genetics

Clinical practice and emerging trends

Regulatory and legalpliance standards

Excellentmunication and interpersonal skills

Ability to provide patient-centered counseling and education

Licensure

Licensure requirements may based on state regulations (if applicable)

ing Structure

s to: Director of Genetics

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Functional Demands

Work Level:

Light (moderate energy)

Activities may include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling within defined weight ranges.

Activity Levels

Sitting, standing, and walking: Frequent

Climbing, carrying, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching, and similar physical activities: Occasional

Communication (talking/hearing): Frequent

Sensory Requirements

Accurate near and far vision required

Color discrimination required

Basic hearing ability required

Environmental Exposure

Potential exposure to:

Blood-borne pathogens

Chemicals

Airbornemunicable diseases

Dust or particulate matter

Not anticipated exposure to:

Extreme temperatures

Radiation

Excessive noise

Population Served

Provides care to patients requiring genetic counseling services.