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**Employment Type:** Full time **Shift:** Day Shift **Description:** The cancer genetic counselor will be part of a genetic counseling team, leading the Cancer Genetics evaluation program at Loyola and its associated sites. This individual will work closely with physicians as well as administration to continue to develop the growing genetic program and provide excellent patient care within a multidisciplinary setting. The primary responsibility of this counselor will be educating patients and families about their conditions, possible risks of cancer and appropriate management. This will include obtaining and examining personal and family medical histories to assess risk of genetic disease, facilitate patient decision-making and provide appropriate referrals. The Cancer Genetic Counselor will be part of a genetic counseling team, leading the Cancer Genetics evaluation program at Loyola and its associated sites. This individual will work closely with physicians as well as administration to continue to develop the growing genetic program and provide excellent patient care within a multidisciplinary setting. The primary responsibility of this counselor will be educating patients and families about their conditions, possible risks of cancer and appropriate management. This will include obtaining and examining personal and family medical histories to assess risk of genetic disease, facilitate patient decision-making and provide appropriate referrals. **Required: Candidates must have Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from American Board of Genetic** Meet with patients and families to evaluate personal & family history; performs risk assessment to determine the likelihood of genetic contribution to disease. Identify at-risk patients & families; investigates psychosocial dynamics, interprets information regarding family history. Analyzes inheritance patterns and cancer risk. Reviews testing options with family. Attend multi-disciplinary conferences. Provides support and participates in departmental educational programs, whether in-services, or staff meetings. Participates in training and orientation of peers, as well as genetic counseling graduate students.. Conduct educational programs for physicians, medical students, genetic counselors, nursing staff and other health professionals. Performs and demonstrates competence in genetic counseling. Recognizes, identifies and communicates genetic risks through assessment. Provide comprehensive information in culturally appropriate terms, along with informed consent, including all appropriate options. Interpret genetic laboratory results for patients and physicians. Facilitate patient decision making process. Provide short term patient support, demonstrating empathy and a nurturing environment. Document the content of genetic counseling sessions into the EMR. Protect patient rights and privacy. Obtains required CEU's as required by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Monitors and integrates new technologies, theories and resources into daily work. **Position Requirements** : **Minimum Education:** **Required:** Masters Degree **Preferred:** N/A **Specify Degree(s):** Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from American Board of Genetic Counseling **Minimum Experience:** **Required:** 1-2 years of previous job-related experience **Preferred:** 3-5 years of previous job-related experience **Managerial Experience:** 1-2 years **Licensure/Certifications:** **Required:** State of IL Licensed Genetic Counselor **Other:** Board Certified or Board Eligible genetic counselor status by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Maintains current State of Illinois genetic counselor license by meeting requirements for continuing education units. **Our Promise to You:** Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve. + We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities + We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners _Pay Range: $31.06 - $48.15_ _Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles._ Trinity Health Benefits Summary ( **Our Commitment** Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran

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