Genetics Counselor Assistant-Cardiology Part-Time

Nemours • Wilmington, DE

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About The Position

Nemours is seeking a Part-Time Genetic Counseling Assistant-Cardiology in Wilmington, DE. The primary function of this role is to work closely with genetic counselors and physicians in the Nemours Cardiac Center to facilitate daily operations. This includes communicating with the hospital authorization group, providers, and insurance companies regarding coverage for genetic testing, appeal processes, and more. The assistant will discuss insurance coverage information with families and coordinate genetic counseling consent appointments and sample collection. Additionally, the role involves contacting genetic testing laboratories regarding sample availability, sample requirements, test costs, and other relevant information. The assistant will also draft letters of medical necessity and result letters for genetic testing, complete test requisition forms, obtain medical records, and perform chart reviews, along with other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Genetics or related field.
• 1-3 years of job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with genetic counselors and Cardiac Center providers to facilitate daily operations.
• Communicate with hospital authorization group, providers, and insurance companies to obtain medical insurance coverage for genetic testing.
• Discuss insurance coverage information with families and coordinate genetic counseling consent appointments and sample collection.
• Contact genetic testing laboratories regarding sample availability, sample requirements, test costs, and other relevant information.
• Draft letters of medical necessity and result letters for genetic testing.
• Complete Genetic Testing requisition forms.
• Obtain medical records and perform chart reviews.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree