Genetics Counselor - Oncology
Company Name:
Maine Medical Center
Genetics Counselor - Oncology
Department: Oncology SCD Admin
Schedule: Part time 20-35.9 hours (with benefits)
Shift: First Shift (Day)
Hours: 24
Job Details:
Summary of Position Description
The cancer genetics counselor is a fulltime position with specialized education. The counselors? primary focus is to provide family history assessment and cancer genetic counseling for patients/families with cancer and or at risk for cancer. Patients/families are referred fro a broad spectrum of cancer genetic syndromes including gastrointestinal, breast/ovarian, melanoma, and renal cell carcinoma, as well as, other rare cancer genetic conditions. Clinical time is devoted to the outpatient Cancer Risk and Prevention Clinic at Maine Medical Center Cancer Institute in Scarborough. The cancer genetics counselor collaborates with the oncologist. Specific responsibilities of the cancer genetics counselor include the following: Family history analyses and pedigree maintenance; data coordination; chart organization; writing/dictation of consultation and summary letters to patients; Patient question follow-up; Informed consent process; Follow up with lab orders; Insurance pre-approvals; Insurance appeals; Physician contact and follow up.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Master''s degree from an accredited Genetics Counseling training program. Candidates may be certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
Experience in cancer genetics counseling preferred
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a variety of personnel (e.g., patients, employees, physicians and other health care professionals.)
Computer skills proficiency.
Public speaking.
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Current Employees Click Here to Apply OnlineEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Maine Medical Center
Genetics Counselor - Oncology
Department: Oncology SCD Admin
Schedule: Part time 20-35.9 hours (with benefits)
Shift: First Shift (Day)
Hours: 24
Job Details:
Summary of Position Description
The cancer genetics counselor is a fulltime position with specialized education. The counselors? primary focus is to provide family history assessment and cancer genetic counseling for patients/families with cancer and or at risk for cancer. Patients/families are referred fro a broad spectrum of cancer genetic syndromes including gastrointestinal, breast/ovarian, melanoma, and renal cell carcinoma, as well as, other rare cancer genetic conditions. Clinical time is devoted to the outpatient Cancer Risk and Prevention Clinic at Maine Medical Center Cancer Institute in Scarborough. The cancer genetics counselor collaborates with the oncologist. Specific responsibilities of the cancer genetics counselor include the following: Family history analyses and pedigree maintenance; data coordination; chart organization; writing/dictation of consultation and summary letters to patients; Patient question follow-up; Informed consent process; Follow up with lab orders; Insurance pre-approvals; Insurance appeals; Physician contact and follow up.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Master''s degree from an accredited Genetics Counseling training program. Candidates may be certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
Experience in cancer genetics counseling preferred
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a variety of personnel (e.g., patients, employees, physicians and other health care professionals.)
Computer skills proficiency.
Public speaking.
HR Use Only:
Click Here to Apply Online
Current Employees Click Here to Apply OnlineEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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