Genetic Counselor Assistant (SEIU)
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Genetic Counselor Assistant (SEIU) is responsible for supporting the genetic counselors and other clinicians with administrative functions, including triaging incoming cases for genetic counselor and geneticist review, and assisting with collecting necessary patient clinical information. Additional responsibilities may include coordinating and scheduling appointments, updating patients’ electronic medical records, routing telephone calls, assisting with the creation of educational materials and patient letters, participating in team meetings and performance/quality improvement projects.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g., GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required.
- Experience typically acquired through at least three years of experience in a clinical setting required and within a genetic specialty clinic preferred.
- Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs.
- Able to communicate in a professional and appropriate manner.
- Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management, and organizational skills required.
- Working knowledge of patient related documents preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a healthcare field, a bachelor’s degree or other non-clinical degree combined with an interest in healthcare and/or Genetic Counselor Assistant Training Program certification or experience is preferred.
- Electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- supporting the genetic counselors and other clinicians with administrative functions
- triaging incoming cases for genetic counselor and geneticist review
- assisting with collecting necessary patient clinical information
- coordinating and scheduling appointments
- updating patients’ electronic medical records
- routing telephone calls
- assisting with the creation of educational materials and patient letters
- participating in team meetings and performance/quality improvement projects
Benefits
- Up to 8%25 company retirement contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid professional development
- Generous health and welfare benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
