Genetic Counselor I- Cancer Institute

Educational Requirements:

Masters Degree in Genetic Counseling

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

ABGC eligible or certified (or equivalent). Expected to obtain ABGC/ABMG certification. State of California Genetic Counselor License is required.

Experience:

Can be a new grad with zero to two (0-2) years’ experience in genetic counseling. Ability to work independently. Demonstrates refined analytic and diagnostic reasoning skills. Ability to clearly explain complex medical information in both verbal and written form. Demonstrates organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Computer experience preferred. Bilingual skills a plus.

Physical Demands: (e.g., lifting, standing, walking)

Able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds. Able to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time. Able to handle multiple tasks, frequently with short time frames, prioritize and organize work and to complete assignments in a timely fashion.