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Genetic Counselor

MedOP Solutions
place Chicago, 60668
local_atm $47 - $60 USD /HOUR
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Cancer
ECT
Families
Cancer Patients
Milieu

About Job

Genetic Counselor – Oncology

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Oncology Genetic Counselor to join our multidisciplinary care team. In this role, you will provide expert counseling to patients with active cancer, a history of cancer, hereditary syndromes, or a family history of inherited cancer syndromes. You’ll play a vital role in empowering patients and families with knowledge, guidance, and testing to inform their healthcare decisions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide genetic counseling to patients and families with active cancer, prior cancer diagnoses, or genetic risk factors.
  • Assess patients with family histories of inherited cancer syndromes and recommend appropriate genetic testing.
  • Conduct and interpret genetic testing for inherited cancer risk, including buccal swabs.
  • Deliver results and risk assessments to patients via telehealth and in-person visits.
  • Manage an average caseload of ~11 new patients per week, along with follow-up result disclosures.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and utilize interpretation services for patient care.


Qualifications

  • ABGC Board Certification in Genetic Counseling (required)
  • Illinois Genetic Counselor license (required)
  • At least 2 years of oncology genetic counseling experience
  • Proficiency with Epic (preferred)
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care


Schedule & Work Environment

  • Day shift: 5x8hr shifts per week
  • ❌ No weekend requirements
  • Mix of telehealth and in-person visits
  • Supportive interdisciplinary team environment


Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on patients and families navigating complex cancer diagnoses. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team, combining advanced testing with compassionate counseling to advance health outcomes.


???? Ready to bring your expertise in oncology genetic counseling to a patient-first team? Apply today!

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Cancer

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Families

Practice Specifics

Populations

Cancer Patients

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home