International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis
Genetic Counselor Cancer Center
International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Overview
Seeking full-time Cancer Genetic Counselor in Winston-Salem, NC. The Comprehensive Cancer Center at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is proud to be among an elite group of cancer centers acknowledged as the nation's leaders in the fight against cancer. The National Cancer Institute's comprehensive designation provides patients access to the latest technologies, cancer treatments, clinical trials, and research. The Cancer Genetics service comprises 4 full-time genetic counselors. Counselors see patients from their own clinic schedules and in multidisciplinary cancer clinics. Responsibilities
Provide risk assessment, counseling, testing, and support for patients and families with increased cancer risk. Serve as an informational resource for staff on hereditary cancer syndromes. Participate in cancer center committees and attend/present at weekly tumor conferences. Engage in research, teaching, and community outreach. Collaborate with pediatric oncology, hematology, telehealth genetic counseling services, and the precision medicine navigator. Provide clinical supervision for university and Wake Forest University genetic counseling training programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams to provide genetic and genomic health care. Plan and implement research regarding medical genetics with physicians and other providers. Identify patients who may benefit from genetic/genomic information and services based on assessment data. Explain the nature of genetics evaluation to patients, discuss options, and delineate risks, benefits, and limitations of tests and assessments. Order tests and perform clinical assessments in accordance with regulations; integrate laboratory results with patient history to assess risk and communicate findings. Provide current genetic/genomic information and tailor services to patient culture, language, literacy, and knowledge. Promote unbiased, patient-centered decision making and maintain a non-judgmental attitude. Evaluate impact of genetic/genomic technologies on patient outcomes. Document case information clearly in medical records and communicate with referring physicians and other team members. Plan, organize, and conduct public and professional education on medical genetics and counseling issues. Perform regular self-assessments to identify knowledge gaps and take actions to address them. Maintain professional growth and stay current with practice standards and societal developments. Qualifications
Education/Experience:
Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an ACGC-accredited program. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) required. Skills & Requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to prioritize work and meet goals in a timely manner Problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work Environment:
Clean, well-lit, and comfortable climate; potential exposure to contamination of blood or body fluids. Physical Requirements:
Various activities with percentages and specific tasks (standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, dexterity, talking, hearing, seeing, lifting etc. as listed in the original). Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range:
$37.50 - $56.25 Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, career development opportunities, and more. Compensation
Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training Premium pay such as shift or on-call Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability) Flexible Spending Accounts Family benefits (adoption assistance, parental leave) Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is a large nonprofit, integrated health system formed by the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It operates under multiple names across states and is a national leader in clinical innovation and value-based care. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine as the academic core. It is recognized for expertise across cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, and other specialties, and supports extensive research and medical education programs. Additional Context
Under general supervision, provides interpretation of family and medical histories to assess disease risk, educates about inheritance, testing, management, and resources, and counsels to promote informed choices and adaptation to risk or condition.
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Seeking full-time Cancer Genetic Counselor in Winston-Salem, NC. The Comprehensive Cancer Center at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is proud to be among an elite group of cancer centers acknowledged as the nation's leaders in the fight against cancer. The National Cancer Institute's comprehensive designation provides patients access to the latest technologies, cancer treatments, clinical trials, and research. The Cancer Genetics service comprises 4 full-time genetic counselors. Counselors see patients from their own clinic schedules and in multidisciplinary cancer clinics. Responsibilities
Provide risk assessment, counseling, testing, and support for patients and families with increased cancer risk. Serve as an informational resource for staff on hereditary cancer syndromes. Participate in cancer center committees and attend/present at weekly tumor conferences. Engage in research, teaching, and community outreach. Collaborate with pediatric oncology, hematology, telehealth genetic counseling services, and the precision medicine navigator. Provide clinical supervision for university and Wake Forest University genetic counseling training programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams to provide genetic and genomic health care. Plan and implement research regarding medical genetics with physicians and other providers. Identify patients who may benefit from genetic/genomic information and services based on assessment data. Explain the nature of genetics evaluation to patients, discuss options, and delineate risks, benefits, and limitations of tests and assessments. Order tests and perform clinical assessments in accordance with regulations; integrate laboratory results with patient history to assess risk and communicate findings. Provide current genetic/genomic information and tailor services to patient culture, language, literacy, and knowledge. Promote unbiased, patient-centered decision making and maintain a non-judgmental attitude. Evaluate impact of genetic/genomic technologies on patient outcomes. Document case information clearly in medical records and communicate with referring physicians and other team members. Plan, organize, and conduct public and professional education on medical genetics and counseling issues. Perform regular self-assessments to identify knowledge gaps and take actions to address them. Maintain professional growth and stay current with practice standards and societal developments. Qualifications
Education/Experience:
Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an ACGC-accredited program. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) required. Skills & Requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to prioritize work and meet goals in a timely manner Problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work Environment:
Clean, well-lit, and comfortable climate; potential exposure to contamination of blood or body fluids. Physical Requirements:
Various activities with percentages and specific tasks (standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, dexterity, talking, hearing, seeing, lifting etc. as listed in the original). Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range:
$37.50 - $56.25 Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, career development opportunities, and more. Compensation
Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training Premium pay such as shift or on-call Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability) Flexible Spending Accounts Family benefits (adoption assistance, parental leave) Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is a large nonprofit, integrated health system formed by the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It operates under multiple names across states and is a national leader in clinical innovation and value-based care. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine as the academic core. It is recognized for expertise across cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, and other specialties, and supports extensive research and medical education programs. Additional Context
Under general supervision, provides interpretation of family and medical histories to assess disease risk, educates about inheritance, testing, management, and resources, and counsels to promote informed choices and adaptation to risk or condition.
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