Genetic Counselor, Cancer Services - Mount Carmel Health System

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Mount Carmel Nurses are the heartbeat of our health system. We have several opportunities for both new graduates and experienced nurses. Regardless of your experience, we want to connect with you! What we offer: Competitive compensation and day one benefit packages including medical, dental and vision coverage. Retirement saving account with employer match starting on day one, generous paid time off programs and employee recognition incentive program. Tuition and professional development reimbursement - fully discounted tuition through our enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing. Flexible schedules through our FirstChoice Internal Travel Program, Weekend Option Program, and local Float Pool. Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible colleague, you'll be able to see how much you've made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day! Mount Carmel Health System is seeking a Cancer-focused Genetic Counselor to add to our Cancer Genetics team of one Licensed Genetic Counselor and two board-certified Medical Geneticists. The Genetic Counselor , in collaboration with the Medical Director, provides genetic risk evaluation to patients, their at risk relatives, and concerned consumers; creates and promotes identification strategies utilizing a multidisciplinary team approach; develops education and screening programs promoting emotional and physical wellness; and coordinates and participates in research protocols. Responsibilities Independently provides genetic counseling to patients at risk for an inherited cancer predisposition syndrome and/or patients at risk for cancer based on personal/family history. Obtains comprehensive personal and family health histories. Facilitates genetic testing as appropriate. Counsels patients and families on testing results, if applicable, and further follow-up care. Collaborates with referring physician and medical director on recommended changes in medical management as needed. Participates in the coordination of assigned research studies and assists in grant writing. Provides genetics education to other healthcare professionals. Supervises students in Genetic Counseling training programs. Requirements Education: MS in Molecular Genetics, Human Genetics or Genetic Counseling. Certification: Must be ABGC or ABMG Board certified or eligible (Ohio Licensure will be required) Experience: Two or more years of expertise in patient/family counseling, risk assessment, testing protocols and program development. Will consider all levels of genetic counseling experience, including new graduates. Discovering opportunities, support and excellence - all while making a real difference in patients' lives - begins at Mount Carmel. Find a new beginning and advance your career with us. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.