About this opportunity
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center lists this Genetic Counselor opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Genetic Counselor
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Cancer Genetics Program provides hereditary cancer risk assessment and consultation services through a multidisciplinary team of specially trained Genetic Counselors and physicians who work together to provide education, hereditary cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling, genetic testing, and individualized cancer screening and prevention programs for individuals concerned about their personal and family history of cancer. The Genetic Counselor serves as an integral member of this collaborative team.
UT MD Anderson is committed to advancing cancer care through exceptional patient services, innovative research, and education. The Genetic Counselor collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care, support research initiatives, and provide educational outreach. The Genetic Counselor plays a vital role in helping patients make informed healthcare decisions while contributing to the continued success of the Clinical Cancer Genetics Program.
The ideal candidate will be board certified as a Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) through the American Board of Genetic Counseling or eligible to obtain certification within the required timeframe. Candidates should possess advanced training in genetic counseling, strong communication and presentation skills, experience educating patients and healthcare professionals, and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary clinical and research environments. Must live in Houston, TX area
Why Us? As a Genetic Counselor at UT MD Anderson, you will contribute to a nationally recognized cancer center's mission of eliminating cancer through patient care, research, education, and prevention. This role offers opportunities to positively impact patients and families, collaborate with leading experts across multiple disciplines, participate in innovative clinical and research initiatives, and continue developing professionally while maintaining a rewarding career.
Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care Provider
Provide detailed cancer risk assessment and genetic counseling services to patients and families referred to the Clinical Cancer Genetics Program
Assess recurrence risk and recommend medical or genetic testing based on analysis of risks, benefits, and costs
Facilitate cancer gene testing when appropriate
Interpret genetic testing results and communicate results to patients and referring providers
Document genetic testing results in the UT MD Anderson electronic medical record
Document genetic testing results in Clinical Cancer Genetics databases, including Progeny
Refer patients to Medical Oncology when appropriate
Refer patients to Gynecologic Oncology when appropriate
Refer patients to Gastroenterology when appropriate
Refer patients to Health Psychology and other specialties when appropriate
Provide cross coverage as necessary
Obtain out-of-state genetic counseling licensure(s) as required
Deliver direct patient care through telephone consultations
Deliver direct patient care through video consultations
Deliver direct patient care through in-person consultations
Liaison & Education
Serve as a departmental liaison for presentations and outreach activities
Serve as an institutional liaison for presentations and outreach activities
Serve as a community liaison for presentations and outreach activities
Participate in multidisciplinary conferences
Participate in grand rounds
Participate in provider conferences
Participate in patient conferences
Participate in sponsor programs
Participate in outreach events
Assist with the development and preparation of promotional materials
Assist with the development and preparation of educational materials
Assist with the development and preparation of referral materials
Support communication initiatives through various media channels
Conduct public presentations on hereditary cancer and genetic counseling topics
Conduct professional presentations on hereditary cancer and genetic counseling topics
Provide education to the public
Provide education to students
Provide education to healthcare professionals
Participate in instruction and training activities for students
Supervise students during cancer genetics rotations
Evaluate students during cancer genetics rotations from GSBS, Emory, Baylor, and other educational programs
Clinical & Research Studies
Assist with the design of clinical and research studies
Assist with the writing of clinical and research studies
Assist with the editing of clinical and research studies
Assist with the implementation of clinical and research studies
Initiate new clinical and research projects in collaboration with faculty members
Initiate new clinical and research projects in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Assist with participant recruitment for studies conducted within and outside UT MD Anderson
Communicate with research participants throughout study activities
Review clinical study materials
Review research documents
Review patient charts as required
Additional Functions
Travel to other UT MD Anderson locations as required
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
Required: Master's Degree Genetic Counseling.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required: ABGC - American Board of Genetic Counseling Must successfully pass the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certification exam within the first 180 days of entry into Genetic Counselor job title. within 180 Days
Preferred: CGC - Certified Genetic Counselor By the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC). Upon Hire
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
Additional Information
Requisition ID:
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 89,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 111,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 133,000
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
Pivotal Position: No
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
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