Assistant - University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
About the Job
Assistant
Job ID
247262
Location
School of Medicine & Dentistry
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary
Regular
**Opening**
Full Time 40 hours Grade 000 Med M&D-Hematology/Oncology
**Opening**
**Genetic Counselor**
Rank to be determined based on qualifications and experience
**Location:**
Wilmot Cancer Institute Pluta Cancer Cancer
**Faculty job description:**
The Wilmot Cancer Institute at the University of Rochester Medical Center is seeking a full-time Genetic Counselor to join our team at the Pluta Cancer Center. The Hereditary Cancer Screening and Risk Reduction Program is a unique multi-disciplinary team designed to provide cancer risk assessment, genetic testing, and long-term follow-up for patients and families with an increased risk of cancer.
Duties include pre-visit history taking, pedigree creation and risk assessment, pre- and post-genetic testing counseling, selection and coordination of genetic testing, informed consent for testing, interpreting and conveying test results while managing psychosocial impact, interaction with family support groups, and literature review for both adult and pediatric patients. Will also contribute by teaching students, housestaff or other trainees.
The position is a joint appointment to the Wilmot Cancer Institute and the Division of Clinical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics. The candidate will have opportunities for research, teaching, and community outreach. Continuing education is also supported.
Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an ACGC Accredited Program, and should be ABGC board-certified, or board-eligible and plan to take the exam within the first year of employment. Applicants should have excellent communication skills in regards to both patients and colleagues, and be capable of utilizing electronic medical record systems. Applicants should have a history of high ethical standards, respect for patient autonomy and confidentiality and dedication to the best interests of the patient in all duties.
**Program website:**
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/cancer-institute/services/hereditary-cancer-risk.aspx
**Qualifications:**
B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S., or equivalent degree
Post offer Drug Screen and Health Assessment required
Compliance with University and New York State health requirements
Interested individuals should apply on-line to Job posting #247262 at http://www.rochester.edu/working/hr/jobs/
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
The University of Rochester is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
**How To Apply**
All applicants must apply online.
_EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled_
**Location:** School of Medicine & Dentistry
**Full/Part Time:** Full-Time
**Opening:** Full Time 40 hours Grade 000 Med M&D-Hematology/Oncology
**Opening:** Genetic Counselor
Source : University of Rochester