Genetic Counselor

Cancer Genetic Counseling

Full Time

86515BR

Job Summary

The UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center provides multidisciplinary medical and supportive care to patients and their families with Cancer. The role of the genetic counselor is to work closely with the medical providers in the evaluation of patients and families at high risk for hereditary cancer. The position participates in both research and teaching objectives and is required to track data and report outcomes accordingly. The position participates and may also lead grant-writing and performance improvement initiatives. A genetic counselor III candidate will have experience co-managing a clinical sub service of the Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program and/or at least 5 years of experience in cancer genetics and the demonstrated ability to function independently.

The mission of the Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program is to identify patients with hereditary forms of cancer in order to provide personalized care and planning for their long-term health and well-being. The Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program is a well-established clinical and research program consisting of a medical geneticist, family nurse practitioner, 15 genetic counselors, 6 genetic counseling assistants, 2 practice coordinators, database manager, and administrative supervisor. The team has participated in much of the groundbreaking research in hereditary cancer. This position is located at both the Mount Zion campus and Mission Bay campus. This position includes travel to bay area satellite locations and affiliate hospitals to provide genetic counseling with distances as far as 50 miles. Classification of Genetic Counselor 2 or 3 will be determined based upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.

UCSF Medical Center requires all Advanced Health Professionals (AHP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) in order to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric AHPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Medical Center sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 30-60 days and must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $59.14 - $90.22 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center is an accredited National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center. The NCI-Designation recognizes the scientific leadership, resources, and the depth and breadth of the research in basic, clinical and population science. As a Comprehensive Cancer Center, we demonstrate the added depth and breadth of research as well as substantial transdisciplinary research that bridges these scientific areas. The clinical services encompass adult and pediatric tumors across three campuses as well as regional satellite locations. The clinical cancer program is one of the largest clinical services at UCSF Medical Center and encompasses roughly 230 non-physician FTEs, 90+ cost center, and dozens of grant and philanthropic funding sources. At the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center we are truly pioneering care and leaders in all areas of cancer clinical care and research. We are routinely voted a top 10 program by U.S. News and World Report.

Required Qualifications

• Computer skills and basic statistics knowledge
• Strong written, oral communication and people skills
• Able to create and deliver professional presentations from slides
• Demonstrate the skill to provide consultation in oncology and carry a pager to respond to the consult service across all clinical programs in the
• Genetic counselor 3 level requires experience co-managing a clinical sub service of the Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program and/or at least 5 years of experience in cancer genetics and the demonstrated ability to function independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Oncology background preferred
• 1-2 years of clinical experience

License/Certification

• Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling or the American Board of Medical Genetics
• Masters Degree in clinical genetic counseling
• California Genetic Counseling license

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

007894 GENETIC CNSLR 3 EX

Job Category

Advanced Practice Providers, Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday