Genetic Counselor

Department OverviewThe Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics has an immediate opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) clinical genetic counselor specializing in cancer genetics. The selected candidate will primarily be involved in adult cancer genetic counseling services at our NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The counselor may also participate in additional specialty clinics, including pediatric oncology genetics and general pediatric genetics. Genetics consults are conducted both in-person and via telehealth. The counselor will be responsible for overall coordination of patient care including intake, assessment, counseling, test coordination, and follow-up. In addition to direct patient care, our clinical genetic counselors serve a primary role in education to medical trainees, genetic counseling students, and other healthcare providers. Participation in research and publication is also encouraged.Application RequirementsCover Letter/Personal StatementCV/ResumeFunction/Duties of PositionProvides pre- and/or post-test genetic counseling to patients and families at-risk of having or known to have an inherited cancer predisposition syndromeCoordinates genetic testingDiscusses genetic test result with patient and providerWorks with specialists to develop and implement care planAssists in maintaining databasesReviews referrals received for cancer genetics clinic to determine appropriate schedulingAttends multidisciplinary tumor boardsServes a primary role in education to medical trainees, genetic counseling students and other health care providersPublication is encouragedRequired QualificationsAt least 3 years of experience as a Genetic Counselor specializing in clinical cancer genetics;ABGC Board Certified or Board Eligible;Oregon state and Washington state genetic counseling licensure or eligible for licensureOregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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