GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, provides oncologic genetic counseling to high risk patients and their families.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1 In cooperation with the physician, provides oncologic genetic counseling to high risk patients and their families.

2 Investigates family history, interprets information concerning genetic disorders, explains risks inherent to discovered genetic abnormalities and pedigree analysis.

3 Provides crisis intervention regarding results of genetic testing.

4 Serves as an educational resource on genetics and genetic counseling.

Required Skills Required Experience

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Master's Degree

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

2 - 3 years (Accepting New Graduates)

MINIMUM FIELD OF EXPERTISE:

Genetic counseling

REQUIRED CERT/REGISTRATION:

Certified by American Board of Medical Genetics or American Board of Genetic Counseling; Licensed to practice genetic counseling in Pennsylvania