Genetic Counselor Assistant (per diem)
About The Position
Position Highlights: Position: Genetics Counselor Assistant, Department of Medical Genetics Location: Evanston Hospital – Evanston, IL Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem (As needed) What you will do: Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing, clinical utility of testing, and the possible family impacts of genetic testing. Assist patient with decision to schedule an appointment or obtain testing for patients scheduled in GCC schedule Document personal and family history and gather information necessary to determine reason for visit Support informed decision making regarding genetic testing and health management options Schedules new and established patient visits in accordance with patient preference and physician availability Coordinate patient care daily via check-in, order input, paperwork organization, end of day follow up of no-shows/cancellations Administrative duties as it relates to patient care and follow through What you will need:
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience: Minimum one year of work experience in genetic counseling setting preferred.
- Experience with Epic or other EMR system preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication skills.
- Ability to be flexible in meeting the demands of patients and physicians.
- Ability to multi-task and problem solve
Nice To Haves
- Experience: Minimum one year of work experience in genetic counseling setting preferred.
- Experience with Epic or other EMR system preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing, clinical utility of testing, and the possible family impacts of genetic testing.
- Assist patient with decision to schedule an appointment or obtain testing for patients scheduled in GCC schedule
- Document personal and family history and gather information necessary to determine reason for visit
- Support informed decision making regarding genetic testing and health management options
- Schedules new and established patient visits in accordance with patient preference and physician availability
- Coordinate patient care daily via check-in, order input, paperwork organization, end of day follow up of no-shows/cancellations
- Administrative duties as it relates to patient care and follow through
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking at designated locations
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
