Genetic Counselor

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).EducationCertified Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) or American Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC)-renewed every five years, or Active Candidate StatusMaster's Degree in Genetic CounselingExperience / QualificationsRelevant education, certifications and/or work experience a plusPosition SummaryThe Genetics Counselor works under the direction of the Director of Oncology Nursing and provides oncology genetic counseling to patients and families by obtaining genetic histories, assessing pertinent risk factors, and developing family trees, counsels' patients and families regarding cancer risk and predisposition. Responsibilities include but not limited to:Coordinating specimen collection and transfer to appropriate laboratory, monitors and reports test results to provider and patient. Participates in multidisciplinary clinic, tumor conference, and community education. Provides follow-up counseling and resources to patients when needed including referral to community support groups and referral to pertinent research registries. Informs providers and patients of interpretation of test results, risk management, and surveillance guidelines.Coordinates other genetic services as needed.Performs other duties assigned.