Cancer Genetics Counselor – Clinical Care & Research

City of Hope; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Irvine seeks a genetic counselor to provide information on cancer risk, facilitate testing, and offer psychosocial support. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to clinical, research, and education efforts. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

You will collect detailed family histories, assess pedigrees, explain testing options, and help with risk communication and post‑test counseling, coordinating with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Genetic Counseling with ABGC board certification or MSN/MN with APRN license.
• Two or more years of experience in genetic counseling, including cancer genetics.
• Currently possess or can obtain California licensure/certification with a six‑month plan.
• Experience with Epic, Microsoft Office and FamGenix preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect detailed family histories from both maternal and paternal lines.
• Review medical records for key affected individuals and pedigrees.
• Explain risk and testing options; discuss benefits, privacy and consent.
• Provide post‑test education, counseling and ongoing support.
• Participate in case conferences and field inquiries about testing.
• Assist clinicians with documentation and coordination of care.

Skills

Genetic counseling experience

Cancer genetics

Education

Master of Science in Genetic Counseling with ABGC board certification or MSN/MN and APRN license

California Genetic Counseling Licensure/Certification or national certification with ability to obtain permanent CA licensure within six months

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Office

FamGenix

Job description

City of Hope in Irvine seeks a genetic counselor to provide information on cancer risk, facilitate testing, and offer psychosocial support. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to clinical, research, and education efforts. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

You will collect detailed family histories, assess pedigrees, explain testing options, and help with risk communication and post‑test counseling, coordinating with physicians and staff.