Cancer Genetic Counselor/UKHC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 8 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Cancer Genetic Counselor/UKHC
Requisition Number RE45099
Working Title
Department Name MG315: Internal Medicine
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 12
Salary Range $62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
MS (by hire date) + Temporary License (by hire) & Certified Genetic Counselor within 12 months
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motion (such as typing); walking including pushing, pulling, and/or lifting up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk).
Job Summary
The Cancer Genetic Counselor at Markey Cancer Center specializes in providing comprehensive genetic counseling services to patients under the supervision of a licensed genetic counselor who have either a personal or family history of cancer or genetic diseases. This role involves coordinating various program services and delivering exceptional customer service while prioritizing safety, patient preferences, and effective communication.
In their daily duties, the counselor performs various critical tasks: they collect, review, and interpret family and medical histories, medical records, test results, and other essential data. They coordinate the testing process and ensure that results are communicated effectively to patients and referring healthcare providers. Additionally, they develop personalized genetic counseling plans that include risk assessments, educational resources, life planning options, and treatment strategies.
The counselor also provides direct counseling and education to patients and their families, facilitates referrals for further testing, treatment, and support, and stays updated with the latest trends and developments in genetic disease research under the supervision of a licensed genetic counselor.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Organizational skills, communication skills, attention to detail, flexibility, problem-solving, analysis.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Prefer Master’s of Genetic Counseling plus two or more years of related experience in Cancer Genetics. Obtain Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Genetic Counseling by date of hire preferred.
Deadline to Apply 05/02/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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