Lead Genetics Counselor
Company: Cooper University Health Care
Location: Camden
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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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
Keywords: Cooper University Health Care, Camden , Lead Genetics Counselor, Other , Camden, New Jersey
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