Genetic Counselor Manager

Temple University Health System; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Health System invites applications for a full-time Genetic Counselor Manager within the Department of Clinical Genetics at Fox Chase Cancer Center. The role focuses on hiring, retention and development of the genetic counseling staff while continuing to provide expert genetic counseling and care coordination to patients.

Leadership responsibilities will account for about half of the workload.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an ABGC accredited Genetic Counseling program.
• 8-10+ years experience as a cancer genetic counselor.
• 10+ years experience with HIPAA and patient privacy practices.
• 3 years experience in management of genetic counseling services (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring, retention and development of genetic counselors and assistants.
• Provide genetic counseling services and care coordination to patients.
• Balance leadership/administrative duties (about 50% of effort).

Skills

Genetic counseling leadership

Risk assessment

Education

ABGC accredited GC MS

Job description

Genetic Counselor Manager – (263573)

Description

The Department of Clinical Genetics of Fox Chase Cancer Center invites applications for a full-time Genetic Counselor Manager position. 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. 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. Leadership and Administrative responsibilities should account for 50% of overall effort.

Education

Master’s Degree from an ABGC accredited Genetic Counseling program Required

Experience

8-10+ 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

Licenses

Amer Bd of Genetic Counseling Required

PA Genetic Counselor License Required

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.

Primary Location

: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

Job

: Clinical Services

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Job

Employee Status

: Regular