A genetic counseling assistant (GCA) works closely with and under the supervision of genetic counselors (GCs) who serve patients who have or are at risk for inherited diseases. The GCA in this position will support the genetic counselors who work in the NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

• Streamlining the genetic testing process by preparing orders and facilitating insurance pre-authorization, when necessary.

• Tracking genetic testing orders and resolving missing samples or delays in testing.

• Calling patients and/or offices to request medical records, previous genetic testing results, and family history information.

• Returning patient phone calls regarding questions about their GC appointment, insurance questions, updated family history information, and other administrative questions.

• Triaging referrals.

• Preparing and sending variant downgrade letters.

• Creating and editing content for patient education about common genetic conditions.

• Reviewing medical records and summarizing information in anticipation of a patient appointment with the GCs.

• Assisting in the preparation of materials for clinics, lectures, research studies, quality improvement projects, and community outreach.

• Helping to arrange shadowing opportunities by collecting documentation and communicating with interested individuals.

• Participating in meetings with the GCs and/or laboratory representatives as directed.

• Supporting the work and responsibilities of the genetic counselors as needed.

COVER LETTER AND RESUME REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION

APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED THROUGH 7/15

Position Compensation Range: $21.52 - $33.36 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Preference given to individuals who have completed a GCA training course.

Experience: Experience: Two years of administrative experience.

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.