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Prisma Health

Genetic Counselor

Columbia, SC · On-site

Identifies families at risk for hereditary cancer, provide education about the complex options ... Provides Genetic Counseling consultations for hereditary cancer indications (identifying ...

Covenant Health

GENETIC COUNSELOR

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Genetic Counselor, Social Services Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift Covenant Health ... Cancer Center is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee's largest nonprofit health system. For ...

Covenant Health

GENETIC COUNSELOR

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Overview Genetic Counselor, Social Services Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift Covenant ... Cancer Center is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee's largest nonprofit health system. For ...

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

$53K/yr

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Revenue Integrity and Financial Clearance Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 37.5FTE:0.9375 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Summary:

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for cancer counselor in the United States is $60,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Cancer Counselor is a mental health professional who provides emotional support, coping strategies, and guidance to individuals affected by cancer, including patients and their families. They help clients manage the psychological impact of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, fear, and grief. Cancer Counselors may also assist with practical concerns, connect clients to resources, and facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams. Their goal is to improve overall well-being and quality of life throughout the cancer journey.

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To thrive as a Cancer Counselor, you need a background in counseling, psychology, or social work, often supported by a relevant degree and state licensure. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), counseling frameworks, and sometimes certifications like Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) is typical. Exceptional empathy, active listening, and strong communication skills help build trust and provide effective support to patients and families. These skills and qualifications are essential for delivering compassionate, informed guidance to individuals coping with cancer diagnoses and treatment.

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Cancer Counselors often encounter emotionally intense situations, as they help patients and their loved ones process difficult diagnoses, treatment decisions, and the psychological impact of cancer. Navigating conversations about prognosis, end-of-life care, and uncertainty can be challenging, requiring strong empathy and resilience. Counselors also collaborate closely with medical teams, which means balancing clinical information with emotional support. Staying updated on best practices in cancer care and mental health, as well as managing caseloads, are ongoing aspects of the role.

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Genetic Counselor

Columbia, SC • On-site

Prisma Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Job Summary
Provides genetic counseling services to individuals and families served by the Prisma Health Oncology Programs including the Multidisciplinary Cancer Centers, Ambulatory Infusion Center, Inpatient Unit(s) and other associated/affiliated cancer services. Identifies families at risk for hereditary cancer, provide education about the complex options regarding genetic testing for hereditary cancer, interpret genetic testing results, facilitate patient decision-making regarding genetic testing, and discuss management of complex hereditary cancer syndromes.
Essential Functions
  • All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
  • Provides Genetic Counseling consultations for hereditary cancer indications (identifying appropriate candidates for genetic testing following an extensive assessment of personal and family history information, counseling about complex genetic testing options, facilitating genetic testing with national laboratories when elected, communicating results of genetic testing, counseling patients regarding management recommendations for hereditary cancer syndromes when applicable).
  • Active participant in tumor conferences, offering insight to oncologists and other providers
  • Supervises genetic counseling graduate students, interns, residents, fellows and others as determined appropriate by Cancer Center Leadership.
  • Participates in genetic research initiatives as required by Program Leaders.
  • Supports clinical and research initiatives through local, regional or national presentations, publications and teaching opportunities.
  • Supports marketing and business development activities including in-service training and development activities including in-service training and development of marketing collateral.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
  • This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements
  • Education - Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited American Board of Genetic Counseling training program.
  • Experience - No experience required. Two (2) years oncology genetics counseling preferred

In Lieu Of
  • NA

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
  • Effective 05/01/25 for team members working in South Carolina only: Licensed to practice as a Genetic Counselor in the state of South Carolina within six (6) months of hire.
  • Prior to 05/01/25: CGC - CERT GENETIC COUNSELOR - CCGC preferred, Board certification as a Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Genetic Counseling must be obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Computer skill (word processing, spreadsheets, databases and data entry)
  • Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
2 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
3395 Genetic Counsel 2 Med Park 103
Department
33951000 Genetic Counsel 2 Med Park 103-Practice Operations
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