Genetic Counselor (Full-time)
Genetic Counselor (Full-time)
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health
Lancaster, PA
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Summary
This full-time, certified, master's-prepared genetic counselor candidate will have a strong interest in working with oncology patients and their families. This position requires a collaborative team approach, a drive for self-learning, resiliency, the ability to multi-task, effective communication skills, a robust work ethic, and commitment to the program's growth and development.
This role works day shift at the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute on LGH's Surburban Outpatient Pavilion campus. There are occasional evening and/or weekend hours required for oncology community educational events hosted by ABBCI.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision, provides genetic counseling to high risk patients and their families.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Benefits At A Glance
PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:
PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH , and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or through other means.
CAMPUS Full Time Posted on 07/01/2024
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This full-time, certified, master's-prepared genetic counselor candidate will have a strong interest in working with oncology patients and their families. This position requires a collaborative team approach, a drive for self-learning, resiliency, the ability to multi-task, effective communication skills, a robust work ethic, and commitment to the program's growth and development.
This role works day shift at the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute on LGH's Surburban Outpatient Pavilion campus. There are occasional evening and/or weekend hours required for oncology community educational events hosted by ABBCI.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision, provides genetic counseling to high risk patients and their families.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:
- In cooperation with the physician, provides genetic counseling to high risk patients and their families.
- Investigates family history, interprets information concerning genetic disorders, explains risks and advises patient of the importance of informing family members of risks.
- Coordinates genetic counseling, genetic testing and genetic testing results visits. Utilizes available risk management models and decision trees to determine risk and prior probabilities for patients seeking genetic testing.
- Collaborates with medical team in developing recommendations for patients and their family members regarding screening and management of risks. Communicates with physician and/or nurse practitioner in assessing appropriate genetic testing, and/or cancer screening and management recommendations.
- Provides genetic counseling service within the standards of practice of the National Society of Genetic Counselors and appropriate state licensure role.
- Prepares and maintains all clinical documentation records securely respecting confidentiality and privacy of patients.
- Assists patients with insurance reimbursement and pre-authorization for each genetic test ordered and including appropriate proof of medical necessity.
- Serves as an educational resource on genetics and genetic counseling.
- Maintains database of patients seen and statistical information as needed. Analyzes database and provides data reports to administrator related to referral volumes, testing outcomes, research enrollment. Monitors data for trends indicating timeliness of service, volumes requiring additional genetic counseling resources.
- Participates in clinic visits, conferences and boards as appropriate based specified area of focus (i.e. Oncology, Obstetrics).
- Monitors appointments.
- Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree preferably in Genetics or Genetic Counseling.
- Genetic Counselor License issued by the PA State Board of Medicine OR temporary permit issued by the PA State Board of Medicine within 8 weeks of hire, and permanent licensure within one year of employment.
- Certification by the by the American Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC) within one (1) year of employment.
Benefits At A Glance
PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:
- 100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Shift, Weekend and On-Call Differentials
- Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching
- Child Care Subsidies
- Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes
PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH , and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or through other means.
CAMPUS Full Time Posted on 07/01/2024
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