What are the responsibilities and job description for the Genetic Counselor position at N2S Healthcare Staffing Solutions LLC?
Title: Genetic Counselor
Location: Seattle, WA 98122
Duration: 13 Weeks Contract (Strong Possibility of Extension)
Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (08:00 - 16:30)
Pay Range: $45 - $50/hr.
Job Description:
- Reviews patient’s family history and explains hereditary risks; counsels regarding cancer and related hereditary risk factors.
- Advises patients of screening procedures and prevention strategies.
- Provides health care providers with referral information and discussion about hereditary cancers and diagnostic testing.
- Provides genetic counseling for breast cancer, colon cancer, and other hereditary cancers.
- Coordinates genetic tests with other centers and labs as necessary.
- Provides follow-up to referring physicians and patients regarding test results, summaries of consultation sessions, and appropriate recommendations.
- Provides community education about genetic counseling and related information.
- Engages and participates in departmental research as appropriate.
- Performs miscellaneous administrative paperwork.
- Works as a team member with physicians, nurses, social workers, other genetic counselors, and office staff.
Required:
- Well rounded experience dealing with genetic disorders including: cancer risk assessment, ordering and interpreting genetic test results, and providing psychosocial assessment and support.
- Master's Degree from a genetic counseling training program approved by the American Board of Genetic Counseling
Salary : $45 - $50