Genetic Counseling Assistant

Location:

Weis Center for Research

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

*Cover letter must be included - please upload with resume/CV (or drag and drop)*Responsible for supporting genetic counselors’ clinical activities and research studies, often acting as the first point of contact for patients seeking genetic counseling services. Responsible for supporting genetic counselors, investigators, project managers, and other research staff on a variety of current research projects. Works under the supervision of the clinical and research personnel as required.

Job Duties:

• Assists with genetic testing coordination and result disclosure for both clinical and research testing, communicating genetic screening/testing results to both patients and providers.
• Collects relevant clinical information, triages incoming referrals, prepares documentation for genetic counseling use, and assists in patient scheduling to ensure appropriate referrals for genetic counseling.
• Collects relevant personal and family history information and documents pedigrees in the electronic health record.
• Assists genetic counselors in day-to-day clinical activities and administrative tasks to support efficient clinical workflows.
• May assist in coordinating a multidisciplinary clinic, which includes scheduling, appointment confirmations, collating patient records for the clinicians to review, helping present patients in monthly meetings, coordinating with procedure scheduling for the patients, and facilitating appointments to other clinics.
• Assists the principal investigators in day-to-day project activities such as maintaining study documentation, attending study meetings, etc. under the supervision of a principal investigator.
• Completes data management tasks guided by written protocols and updates protocols as needed. Additionally, conducts data analysis under the supervision of a genetic counselor.
• Assists with participant recruitment and ongoing participant engagement and follow-up.
• Conducts literature searches and fact-finding research to support project development. May assist with qualitative data analysis. May assist with research abstracts and manuscripts. May prepare participant correspondence and newsletters.
• Performs other duties as required.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details:

Degree Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required; strong interest in pursuing graduate level academic training in Genetic Counseling or related health field.
• Preferred Undergraduate coursework should include at least 3 courses in biology including general genetics, 1 course in psychology, and 1 course in general statistics.

Competencies and Skills:

• Demonstrated moderate to advanced computer skills required and will be assessed at time of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic research methodology and research data collection preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic genetic concepts and familiarity with genetic counseling practices and terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage task prioritization effectively.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, including communicating clearly and sensitively with patients, families, referring clinicians, and research colleagues.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to professional growth.

About GeisingerGeisinger is an integrated health services organization widely recognized for its innovative use of the electronic health record and the development of innovative care delivery models such as ProvenHealth Navigator® and ProvenCare®. As one of the nation’s largest health service organizations, Geisinger serves more than 3 million residents throughout 45 counties in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania, and also in southern New Jersey with the addition of AtlantiCare, a National Malcolm Baldridge Award recipient. The physician-led system is comprised of approximately 30,000 employees, including nearly 1,600 employed physicians, 12 hospital campuses, two research centers and a 510,000-member health plan, all of which leverage an estimated $8.9 billion positive impact on the Pennsylvania economy. Geisinger has repeatedly garnered national accolades for integration, quality and service. In addition to fulfilling its patient care mission, Geisinger has a long-standing commitment to medical education, research and community service. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or follow the latest Geisinger news and more on Twitter and Facebook.

Please include cover letter with resume/CV

Education:

Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Required)

Experience:

Certification(s) and License(s):

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Computer Literacy, Problem Solving, Working Independently

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.  We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.