The Genetic Counselor Assistant will be part of a healthcare team dedicated to providing information and support to families with hereditary cancer syndromes
Job Summary
The Genetic Counselor Assistant will be part of a healthcare team dedicated to providing information and support to families with hereditary cancer syndromes.
Responsibilities include gathering medical histories, coordinating patient visits, documenting genetic testing, and performing administrative tasks.
St. Luke's is committed to excellence in patient care, education, and improving access to healthcare regardless of a patient's ability to pay.
Matching Summary
The Genetic Counselor Assistant will be part of a healthcare team dedicated to providing information and support to families with hereditary cancer syndromes.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Gather medical histories from patients
Coordinate patient scheduling and visits
Document genetic testing orders and results
Prepare test requisition and insurance forms
Interact with patients and families
Use pedigree nomenclature for family histories
Nice-to-have
Familiarity with genetics and genetic concepts
Experience in clinical or genetic counseling settings
Ability to perform qualitative interviews
Strong communication and administrative skills
Work collaboratively within healthcare teams
Key Requirements
High School degree or equivalent experience
Genetic Counselor Assistant Training Program certification required or within 12 months
Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program or two years similar experience preferred
One-year post-certification experience preferred
Familiarity with genetics and genetic concepts
Prior experience in genetic counseling or clinical settings