About this Oncology Genetic Counselor - PRN role at Vail Health Hospital
Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.
The Clinical Genetic Counselor is responsible for all aspects of clinical hereditary cancer genetic counseling. Reviews patient information, evaluates family history, conducts risk assessment and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis. Provides genetic counseling services to families in partnership with other clinical care team members.
This role is primarily focused on direct patient care.
- Collects, reviews and interprets family/medical histories, medical records, test results, and other relevant/necessary information.
- Coordinates testing and communicates results to patient and referring healthcare provider.
- Develops genetic counseling plans, including risk assessment, referrals, education, life planning options, and treatment options.
- Provides counseling and education to patients and their families. Identifies and provides referrals for testing, treatment, support, and advocacy.
- Participates in multidisciplinary tumor boards as needed.
- Researches, maintains, and applies knowledge of trends and developments in genetic disease research, testing, and treatment.
- Helps with triaging and scheduling of genetic counseling referrals as needed.
- Genetic Counselor experience preferred
- Certified Genetic Counselor, renewed every 5 years required
- Master of Science in Genetic Counseling (or other applicable degree that allows for ABGC board certification)
PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
