Genetic Counselor

Employment Details HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc., 2100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ Full-time M-F 8am-4:30pm, Day shift Hiring Range: $80,404.08 - $100,505.10 Annually Position Summary Provides genetic counseling for patients known to have or at increased risk for having an inherited predisposition or other risk factors for cancer, serving patients with diverse indications for cancer genetic counseling. Facilitates pre-test counseling about genetic testing, guiding patients to make decisions that work for them. Provides post-test counseling for interpretation and explanation of results including relevant risk levels and individualized options for risk management, helping patients make informed decisions about their health. Discusses implications of test results for other family members. Provides contact information for other specialists to further address risk management as well as contacts for support and advocacy resources that best meet patients’ needs. Presents professional and community education programs about cancer genetics. Works closely with a genetic counselor with many years of experience in cancer genetics and an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, cancer registrars, and research staff of the Cancer Center. Primary Position Responsibilities Provide genetic counseling and education to patients. Provide risk management guidelines and recommendations to patients, updating those as needed to maximize patient outcomes. Document information to assure continuity of care and maximize reimbursement. Maintain strong professional working relationships with Cancer Center team and referring providers. Participate actively in Cancer Care Committee and Breast Team meetings and activities involving quality improvement and assurance initiatives. Maintain schedule to attain productivity standards. Keep colleagues and referring providers informed about cancer genetics, changes in indications for counseling and testing and changes in risk management options. Qualifications Required Master’s degree in genetic counseling. Certified, or certification eligible by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Licensure, or eligible for licensure in genetic counseling in the state of New Jersey. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to establish rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with colleagues. Ability to be self-directed and work as a strong team player. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to establish, foster, and maintain strong professional relationships with work team and referring providers. Critical thinking skills, ability to bring innovative ideas to facilitate program growth and improvements to support goals of the genetics program and of the Cancer Center overall. Commitment to continuous professional development and on-going learning, staying up to date with changes in the field. Commitment to continuous quality improvement. Strong computer skills, especially in data management and working in an electronic health record. Preferred Minimum of one to two (2) years genetic counseling experience or experience as a genetic counseling assistant. Oncology experience. Cancer risk assessment experience and Health Education in the community setting. Strong knowledge of cancer risk assessment and early detection, and risk reduction recommendations. Benefits Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings. #J-18808-Ljbffr