Oncology Genetic Counseling Assistant - Durham, NC
Duke Careers•Durham, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Oncology Genetic Counseling team lead and program coordinator the Genetic Counseling Assistant provides support to the Genetic Counselors and referring Physicians. The Oncology Genetic Counseling Assistant performs administrative and basic duties necessary to assist Genetic Counselors in providing counseling and risk assessment for genetic conditions to patients and families.
Requirements
- Associate's degree required
- Work generally requires six months of experience in the healthcare setting. Education in a health related field can be used as a substitute for the experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors with focus on science field preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to genetic counseling staff. This may include: obtaining and recording data for medical records, supporting chart development, creating and saving patient pedigree, sending pedigree and test reports to patient’s via patient portal, preparing letters of medical necessity, uploading information into EMR, calling patients with negative results, supporting appointment scheduling, serve as a liaison between referring providers and genetic counseling team, other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
- Support collection and preparation of genetic tests. This may include: maintaining inventory of test kits, collecting and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, pick-up and delivery of specimens, facilitating prior authorization, completing test requisition forms, tracking tests, communicating with outside labs, following up on missing samples or samples requiring recollection, communicating with families about insurance authorization for testing, other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
- Support department quality improvement projects and initiatives. This may include: gathering and providing data, recommending quality improvement opportunities, supporting development of patient education materials and resources, other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
- Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition.
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
