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Genetic Counselor

Employer
University of Utah
Location
Utah, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Mar 1, 2024

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Counseling
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time


Genetic Counselor

Job Summary

The Family Cancer Assessment Clinic (FCAC) at Huntsman Cancer Institute is looking for a cancer genetic counselor to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team! This genetic counselor will provide education, risk assessment, counseling, support, and follow-up to individuals and families who have or may have inherited cancer susceptibility. Our genetic counseling services are provided in-person, by phone, or by video appointment. This genetic counselor may provide clinical services at Huntsman Cancer Institute and/or at one of our community or partnered clinics (including but not limited to Farmington, Sugarhouse, or South Jordan). This position will be part of a large multidisciplinary team including genetic counselors, physicians, research coordinators, genetic counseling assistants, and other. As part of our team, the genetic counselor will primarily provide clinical services as part of our Family Cancer Assessment Clinic, but over time will also be encouraged to participate in research opportunities or educational outreach. A hybrid working environment (part at home, part in-office) is available. Fluency in Spanish is an asset but not required. Applications from experienced genetic counselors or upcoming Master's degree graduates welcome.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide. Partnerships with individuals, communities, and many other entities are crucial to our work. Huntsman Cancer Institute values cancer-related health equity, and inclusion as integral to our guiding principle to serve our patients and their communities, and our commitment to foster a culture of belonging for all within our organization.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.

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Responsibilities
Other Requirements
  • Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program (current or by summer 2024)
  • Current or eligible to be licensed as a genetic counselor in the state of Utah (by summer 2024)



This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect out patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Responsibilities
  • Performs genetic risk assessments by collecting and evaluating medical and family histories.
  • Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patient, medical records, and resource materials.
  • Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature and incorporates it into clinical practice.
  • Explains testing options, procedures, test results, and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed.
  • Works with health care team in development and implementation of the care plan.
  • Advises patients and families regarding financial and community resources.
  • Coordinates the ordering of genetic testing, reporting of results, and communication of results to the patient and referring providers.
  • Evaluates outcomes and modifies testing or medical recommendations.
  • Facilitates involvement of treatment team members, timely reports, and participation in team meetings.
  • Participates in genetics education at the University of Utah and of community health care providers. Supervises genetic counseling trainees after 1 year of practice.
  • Recruits and consents patients to appropriate research, collects study data, and actively participates in the analysis and interpretation of research data.

Disclaimer: this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
  • Ability to provide care to the population served.
  • Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
  • Ability to promote the facilitation of open and accurate communication among patients, their families, referral providers, payers and the health care team.


Minimum Qualifications
Required
Current license as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Utah.
Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Preferred
Licensure to practice in a clinical field.

Preferences
Licensed or eligible for genetic counseling licensure in the state of Utah

Board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (or achieving board certification within two consecutive board certification exam cycles from the hire date)

Ability to work independently

Special Instructions


Requisition Number: PRN37828B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01233 - HCI Genetic Counselors
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 70000 - 90000
Close Date: 3/24/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/161187


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