Job Description
Genetic Counselor Manager (Cancer)
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The Department of Clinical Genetics of Fox Chase Cancer Center invites applications for a full-time Genetic Counselor Manager position. In this newly created role, this individual will partner with departmental leadership to optimize our growing genetic counseling practice. The Genetic Counselor Manager will be responsible for hiring, retention, and development of the genetic counselors and genetic counseling assistants within the department. Also, provide genetic counseling services and care coordination to patients in the practice with ability to apply an expert application of knowledge and skills in complex situations.
Our Risk Assessment Program was established in 1991 as one of the first in the nation to offer comprehensive services aimed at personalizing cancer risk estimation, prevention, and early diagnosis. Since that time, our high-volume clinical program has expanded beyond main campus operations with weekly genetic counseling appointments offered at our Buckingham, Chestnut Hill, East Norriton, and Temple main sites, which is supported by our 8 genetic counselors. Our program also includes high-risk screening clinics that offer long-term follow up care for those at risk for breast, gastrointestinal, ovarian, prostate, and other cancer risks that are run by our department faculty and 3 advanced practice providers.
Education
Masters Degree: from an ABGC accredited Genetic Counseling program (Required)
Experience
10 Years experience as a cancer genetic counselor (Required)
10 Years experience with HIPAA and patient privacy practices (Required)
3 Years experience in management of genetic counseling services (Preferred)
License/Certifications
ABGC - Amer Bd of Genetic Counseling (Required)
GC-LIC - PA Genetic Counselor License (Required)
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Your Tomorrow is Here!
Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Your Tomorrow is Here!
As one of the first cancer hospitals in the country, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been a national leader in cancer treatment, research, and prevention for more than 100 years. Fox Chase Cancer Center, part of the Temple University Health System, is committed to providing the best treatment options for our patients, and delivering that care with compassion.
At Fox Chase, we consider defeating cancer to be our calling. Our unique culture allows employees to work collaboratively with a single, shared focus, regardless of which department they’re in.
It’s essential for us to recruit not only the best talent in hospital care, but hire well-qualified prospective employees who are committed to serving our patients with the passion and excellence for which Fox Chase is known. Apply today to be part of the future of prevailing over cancer.
Primary Location Pennsylvania-Philadelphia
Job Clinical Services
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Employee Status Regular
Job Tags
Full time, Shift work,