Genetic Counselor Assistant

Summary

Under the supervision, provides specialized support to the counselors and program physicians. Performs administrative and basic duties necessary to assist team in providing counseling and risk assessment for genetic conditions to patients and families. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Manages lists of established genetics patients and monitors status of pending clinical work-up.
• Reviews CMFM schedule for potential patients needing prenatal genetic visits.
• Serve as a liaison between referring providers and genetic counseling team.
• Develops, implements, and maintains cancer genetic counseling services.
• Works cross functionally with laboratories, genetic counselors, clinicians and others regarding testing, status updates, delays, referrals, and sample collection.
• Maintains a good working relationship with all clients.
• Assists with research studies and educational projects.

Bachelor's Degree Biology preferred or Bachelor's Degree Genetics preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Experience

experience working with patients and/or medical office 1-2 years preferred

• Knowledgeable of community resources available for patients and families.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, medical records, test requisitions, pathology reports.
• Empathetic with strong customer service skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.