Genetics Assistant

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Saskatoon, SK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager, the Genetics Assistant – Degree will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of the Genetics program including screening and accepting patient referrals, preparation and follow up of families for genetic assessment and liaison with other related fields and professionals as a member of the genetics team.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in a related Health Science or Social Science discipline
• Advanced Counseling skills
• Advanced Organizational skills
• Ability to work within a team setting
• Ability to follow safe work practices
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to collect, record, report comprehensive client information accurately
• Knowledge of current trends/issues/best practice strategies
• Strong knowledge in clinical genetics, molecular biology and genomic technology
• Ability to read and interpret genetic reports to assist with data capture
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal/consultative relationships
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Ability to adapt to change or unexpected developments
• Ability to work independently
• Demonstrated approaches to problem solving w/strong decision-making capability
• Ability to self-teach
• Current knowledge of Genetics
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working internal/external relationships
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year (1) experience in Genetics

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the coordination of the Genetics program
• Screening and accepting patient referrals
• Preparation and follow up of families for genetic assessment
• Liaison with other related fields and professionals as a member of the genetics team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level