Genetics Assistant -CVH Genetics Counselling

Trillium Health Partners•Mississauga, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Genetics Clinic at the Credit Valley Hospital is seeking a Genetic Assistant. Working collaboratively with the Clinical Genetics team the Genetic Assistant will be responsible for providing operational support to MD and professional staff, and all other duties assigned in line with the scope of a Genetic Assistant.

Requirements

Knowledge of genetics principles and theory
Attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent inter-personnel and customer service skills
Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Professional and capable of developing effective working relationships
Working knowledge of standard computer applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Well organized with effective prioritization and time management skills

Nice To Haves

BSc. In Biology or Genetics preferred
Experience in use of EPIC is an asset
Previous related experience in a clinical genetics setting is an asset

Responsibilities

Prepare patient’s pedigrees; request past pedigrees from Medical Records as needed
Providing patient health information to other professional staff
Contacting families/physician/Laboratories for further information
Manage incoming genetics test reports via laboratory and providers portals
Receive and distribute all patient test results to team members
Coordinating additional testing for patients following medical directives
Tracking results and samples on patients using a database
Sending and tracking Release of information consent forms
Request variant reinterpretations from genetic labs
Entering request for ministry of health extensions
Sending letter’s/emails and faxes to patient’s and professional staff
High accuracy and attention to detail when performing a wide variety of tasks
Performing all other duties consistent with the Genetic Assistant role as assigned