Lead Genetics Counselor

Company: Cooper University Health Care
Location: Camden
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

About usAt -Cooper University Health Care, -our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development. -Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey. Short Description - -Coordinate and perform all services provided through the Cancer Risk Center. - - - - - Perform all aspects of hereditary cancer risk counseling. - - - - - Coordinate genetic testing for various hereditary cancer syndromes. - - - - -Provide education to referring Physicians and the community at large about hereditary - - - -cancer syndromes. - - - - - Attend appropriate multi-disciplinary team meetings for breast and colon cancer. - - - - - Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Director. - - Responsible for general oversight of assigned genetic staff including counselors, MAs and coordinator. This includes ensuring required educational and professional development needs are met, providers are practicing within their scope and compliant with regulatory bodies. This individual will take a leadership role and leverage their genetic counselors to drive institute quality metrics, maximize productivity and contain costs. The lead genetic counselor will participate in assessing institute genetic counseling needs, hiring and evaluating staff Experience RequiredAt least 5 years experience in Cancer Genetics or related field preferred.Education RequirementsMasters degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program

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