University of Southern California
Cancer Genetic Counselor
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking outstanding applicants to fill a Part-time Medical Oncology Genetic Counselor position at Los Angeles General Medical Center (LAGMC). LAGMC is one of the largest public hospitals in the country and a leading teaching hospital. This position is a unique opportunity to work in an academic setting with an experienced and motivated team to address disparities in genetics. The patient population at LAGMC reflects the diversity of Los Angeles. The genetic counselor will strive to provide compassionate and culturally informed genetic counseling. In addition, as the majority of patients seen are non-English, primarily Spanish-speaking, this counselor will have the opportunity to develop and hone counseling skills in other languages and develop linguistically and literacy-appropriate materials. Responsibilities
Providing cancer genetic counseling services in a busy academic clinical medical oncology setting. The genetic counselor will be responsible for overseeing patient care, providing genetic counseling, coordinating follow-up visits and cascade genetic testing, providing test results to patients, obtaining/reviewing medical records, and conducting outreach to patients, families, the medical community, and stakeholders. Work in collaboration with a growing team of other genetic counselors, physicians, and researchers at the University of Southern California and the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. Salary range for this position is $68,640.00 per year. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Other
Preferred Education: M.S. Genetic Counseling, Board eligible or Board certified. Preferred Experience: One-year experience in genetic counseling preferred. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. Preferred Field of Expertise: Genetic counseling, cancer risk assessment Percentage of Time: 60% Apply here and upload your CV and 3 references. For further inquiries please contact Charité Ricker, MS, LCGC, 323-409-7710 (office); charite.ricker@med.usc.edu Qualifications
Minimum Education: Master’s degree in Genetics Minimum Certifications: American Board of Genetic Counseling Certification or Active Candidate for Certification status Minimum Experience:
Minimum Skills: Familiarity with standard industry concepts, practices and procedures; experience in cancer genetic counseling clinics and/or reaching underserved patient populations; advanced judgment, analytical and decision-making skills; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Experience: 2 years in hereditary cancer risk assessment and counseling Preferred Skills: Ability to draft detail-oriented communications, reports and content for publications; demonstrated facilitation and presentation skills; extensive knowledge of cultural issues (e.g., immigration, socioeconomic, LGBTQIA+); fluent in one or more languages besides English (e.g., Spanish, Korean, American Sign Language)
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USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking outstanding applicants to fill a Part-time Medical Oncology Genetic Counselor position at Los Angeles General Medical Center (LAGMC). LAGMC is one of the largest public hospitals in the country and a leading teaching hospital. This position is a unique opportunity to work in an academic setting with an experienced and motivated team to address disparities in genetics. The patient population at LAGMC reflects the diversity of Los Angeles. The genetic counselor will strive to provide compassionate and culturally informed genetic counseling. In addition, as the majority of patients seen are non-English, primarily Spanish-speaking, this counselor will have the opportunity to develop and hone counseling skills in other languages and develop linguistically and literacy-appropriate materials. Responsibilities
Providing cancer genetic counseling services in a busy academic clinical medical oncology setting. The genetic counselor will be responsible for overseeing patient care, providing genetic counseling, coordinating follow-up visits and cascade genetic testing, providing test results to patients, obtaining/reviewing medical records, and conducting outreach to patients, families, the medical community, and stakeholders. Work in collaboration with a growing team of other genetic counselors, physicians, and researchers at the University of Southern California and the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. Salary range for this position is $68,640.00 per year. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Other
Preferred Education: M.S. Genetic Counseling, Board eligible or Board certified. Preferred Experience: One-year experience in genetic counseling preferred. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. Preferred Field of Expertise: Genetic counseling, cancer risk assessment Percentage of Time: 60% Apply here and upload your CV and 3 references. For further inquiries please contact Charité Ricker, MS, LCGC, 323-409-7710 (office); charite.ricker@med.usc.edu Qualifications
Minimum Education: Master’s degree in Genetics Minimum Certifications: American Board of Genetic Counseling Certification or Active Candidate for Certification status Minimum Experience:
Minimum Skills: Familiarity with standard industry concepts, practices and procedures; experience in cancer genetic counseling clinics and/or reaching underserved patient populations; advanced judgment, analytical and decision-making skills; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Experience: 2 years in hereditary cancer risk assessment and counseling Preferred Skills: Ability to draft detail-oriented communications, reports and content for publications; demonstrated facilitation and presentation skills; extensive knowledge of cultural issues (e.g., immigration, socioeconomic, LGBTQIA+); fluent in one or more languages besides English (e.g., Spanish, Korean, American Sign Language)
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