Genetic Counselor Assistant
Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA
•$32 - $38
About The Position
Under the supervision of the departmental lead genetic counselor, the Genetic Counseling Assistant provides specialized support to clinicians, including genetic counselors, physicians, and nursing staff. The role supports patient case preparation, documentation, genetic testing processes, and administrative and educational projects. The assistant also helps ensure that relevant patient information and records are available to clinical staff before appointments and, under genetic counselor supervision, communicates normal genetic results to patients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, psychology, or a related field of study.
- Skill in using Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment.
- Ability to communicate professionally with clinical, operations, and administration staff in the Department of Human Genetics.
- Interpersonal skills and organizational ability.
- Interest in pursuing a career in human genetics, genetic counseling, a medical discipline, or healthcare.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in a medical facility.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patient cases before clinic appointments.
- Assist clinical staff in collecting family histories, patient medical histories, relevant medical records, and laboratory reports.
- Ensure relevant medical records and laboratory reports are accessible to clinical staff before patient appointments.
- Prepare documentation for genetic counseling and genetic evaluation.
- Construct and/or update pedigrees before clinic appointments.
- Assist genetic counselors with processing documentation for recommended genetic testing.
- Obtain preauthorization for testing and other medical services.
- Prepare letters of medical necessity with guidance from genetic counselors.
- Track genetic test results and contact laboratories to determine the status of tests when turnaround times are exceeded.
- Under genetic counselor supervision, contact patients with normal genetic results and document result disclosure conversations in the patient's electronic medical record.
- Perform clerical duties such as faxing, filing, mailing, and copying.
- Assist with educational and administrative projects.
- Adhere to clinic standard operating procedures and participate in Emory Clinic quality and safety requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
