Genetic Counselor - Per Diem

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 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.

BRCA Program Technical Service
Per Diem
Job Code: 87440

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 program consists of a medical director, 15+ genetic counselors, medical geneticists, 2 nurse practitioners, 5+ genetic counseling assistants, 4 practice coordinators, database manager, project coordinator, and administrative supervisor.

The position is located at both the Mount Zion campus and Mission Bay campus and may include travel to Bay Area satellite locations and affiliate hospitals to provide genetic counseling up to 50 miles away.

All Advanced Health Professionals (AHP) must be credentialed through the Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO). Credentialing and approval of Standardized Procedures takes 30–60 days and must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Hourly Rate: $70.59
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• Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling or the American Board of Medical Genetics
• Master’s Degree in clinical genetic counseling
• Ability to function independently

• Oncology background preferred
• At least 1–2 years of clinical experience

• Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling or the American Board of Medical Genetics
• California Genetic Counseling license

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide, UCSF Health offers a rewarding work experience and opportunities for professional growth.

UCSF is a diverse community. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – our PRIDE values. UCSF is also committed to equity, building a diverse community and providing culturally competent education and patient care.

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.

• Job Code and Payroll
  
  Title:
  
  009289 GENETIC CNSLR PD
• Job Category:
  Allied Health
• Bargaining Unit:
  University Professional and Technical Employees – Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE‑HX)
• Employee Class:
  Per Diem
• Percentage: 20%
• Location:
  
  San Francisco, CA
• Campus:
  Mission Bay (SF)
• Work Style:
  Fully On‑Site
• Shift: Days, Variable
• Shift Length: 8 Hours
• Additional Shift Details:
  Monday‑Friday
• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑Time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Higher Education

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