Responsibilities

Reading Hospital - Tower Health is now hiring a full-time Genetic Counselor! Join our Magnet® designated team and advance in your career with one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals (2022).

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Perform oncology genetic risk assessments
• Offer genetic counseling to individuals and families regarding inherited cancer risk and risk management
• Recruit patients for high risk assessment programs and facilitate appropriate research enrollment
• Provide community outreach, attend tumor boards and participate in collaborative research projects, program meetings, and program development

ABOUT BERKS COUNTY

• Suburban, urban, and rural communities offer beautiful homes at affordable prices
• Rich in arts and culture, the Reading Symphony Orchestra and Reading Public Museum are considered among the best in the state. Berks Arts Council annually presents the largest Jazz Festival on the East Coast
• Within driving distance of the major metropolitan areas of Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York City, plus access to beaches and mountains

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree

Certification and Licensure

• Certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics (or eligible for certification)
• Licensed to practice in the state of Pennsylvania (or license must be attained within 90 days of hire date)

Required Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Listening Skills
• Problem Solving Skills