Genetic Counselor Assistant OBGYN

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Job Summary

Summary
Under the supervision of licensed genetic counselors and physicians the Genetic Counseling Assistant provides specialized administrative and clinical support to a team of genetic counselors serving pregnant patients. This role assists with coordinating genetic testing managing results supporting patient communication and maintaining accurate medical records to help ensure efficient compassionate and patient-centered care.

The position offers exposure to reproductive genetics and fertility treatment workflows providing opportunities to learn about genetic counseling in the context of pregnancy and family building while supporting the delivery of genetic counseling and genetic risk assessment services.

Cover letter required for consideration.

Does this position require Patient Care
Yes

Essential Functions
-Coordinate and monitor the status of established genetics patients including tracking pending clinical work-up and follow-up activities.
-Review clinic schedules to identify patients who may require prenatal genetic counseling services.
-Serve as a liaison between referring providers and the genetic counseling team to facilitate communication and care coordination.
-Support the coordination and delivery of cancer and prenatal genetic counseling services.
-Collaborate with laboratories genetic counselors clinicians and other stakeholders regarding genetic testing referrals sample collection status updates and follow-up.
-Communicate with patients regarding appointments testing and other care-related needs under the direction of the genetic counseling team.
-Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic medical record.
-Build and maintain positive working relationships with patients providers and interdisciplinary teams.
-Assist with research initiatives quality improvement efforts and educational projects as needed.

• Bachelors degree in Biology Genetics or a related life sciences field preferred.

• None required.

• One to two years of experience working with patients in a healthcare setting or in a medical office preferred.

• Familiarity with medical terminology medical records pathology reports and laboratory test requisitions.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Compassionate patient-centered approach with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients providers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of community resources available to support patients and their families.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications preferred.

Onsite

32 Fruit Street

20

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$25.26 - $36.12/Hourly

Grade

3

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