Genetic Counsellor, Hereditary Cancer Specialist

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

Genetic Counsellor, Hereditary Cancer Specialist

The Hereditary Cancer Program at BC Cancer is seeking a skilled Genetic Counsellor to join our team. As a Genetic Counsellor, you will provide genetic counselling to individual patients and their family members, explaining the hereditary cancer pattern in their family and the cancer risks associated with that pattern.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and complete patients' medical and family history by conducting interviews with patients and their family members.
  • Explain genetic susceptibility testing and the associated potential benefits and harms and schedule genetic testing as appropriate.
  • Recommending cancer screening based on the family history and standard HCP guidelines.
  • Contacting genetic counselling centres outside of British Columbia to organize genetic counselling and testing for out-of-province family members as required.
  • Documenting a variety of patient information including personal and family medical history, risk assessments, cancer surveillance strategy and progress reports and outcomes.

Requirements:

  • Graduate of an accredited master's program in Genetic Counselling.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Board eligible or Board Certified with the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors and/or the American Board of Genetic Counselling

About BC Cancer:

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) and provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Why Work with Us:

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.



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