Novant Health

Genetics Counselor - Cancer Clinic

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Job Description

Facility: CIG - Cancer Institute

Locations: Charlotte, North Carolina

Categories: Medical Group

Position Type: ['Full-Time']

Work Schedule Details: Monday-Friday

Job Opening ID: ['187458']

What We Offer

Genetic Counselor

The Genetic Counselor counsels patients and families regarding genetic conditions, genetic testing procedures, and test results. In partnership with the Medical Director and other clinicians, the Genetic Counselor helps patients understand complex genetic information, supports informed decision-making, and coordinates appropriate follow-up care. This role also provides access to resources for medical interventions, grief counseling, and other supportive services as needed.

We Offer:

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Clinical and non-clinical career paths
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility through our approved organization

If you are passionate about genetics, patient education, and providing compassionate care, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

What You'll Do

  • Provides genetic counseling to patients and families based on medical, personal, and family history.
  • Assesses genetic risk and identifies patients who may benefit from genetic testing.

What We're Looking For

  • Education: Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling or related field, Required.
  • Experience: One year of cancer genetic counseling experience
  • Licensure/Certification: Board certified or eligible for Genetic Counseling , Required. American Board of Genetic Counseling, Required. OR the American Board of Medical Genetics, Required
  • Additional Skills (required): Possess sufficient knowledge to interpret and discuss genetic test procedures, results and genetic diseases in terms understandable by patients. Possess management skills to accept responsibility and make decisions. Promote and maintain compatible working relationships among personnel in the section. Communicate well with other health care professionals, patients and families. Effective communication skills listening, writing, talking, and reading. Ability to maintain patience and confidentiality. Ability to work efficiently and accurately. Ability to organize and plan work.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

187458

Novant Health

About Novant Health

Novant Health is an integrated network of more than 850 locations, including 19 hospitals, more than 700 physician clinics and urgent care centers, outpatient facilities, and imaging and pharmacy services. This network supports a seamless and personalized healthcare experience for communities in North Carolina and South Carolina. Novant Health is nationally recognized for our unwavering commitment to safety and the highest quality care, and we serve as a catalyst for healthcare transformation through clinical trials, leading-edge research, innovative care delivery models and robust virtual care networks. The expertise and empathy of our 40,000 team members along with more than 8,300 independent and employed clinicians are at the heart of Our Cause as industry leaders caring for communities across the Carolinas. In 2023, Novant Health provided more than $1.6 billion in community benefit, including financial assistance and services.

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Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Charlotte, NC
Year Founded
1997
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