Description
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Description
The Genetic Counselor Assistant (GCA) is responsible for
facilitating the care of patients that are seen in the Cancer Genetic
Counseling Clinics at UCLA Health. The GCA is an integral part of the Cancer
Genetics team and contributes to the management of diverse aspects of the
service, including the coordination of care for patients, optimization of
clinic and operational workflows, and working collaboratively with the team to
create a patient-centered and administratively effective environment.
Salary Range: $29.46 – $38.87 Hourly
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s
Degree in a biological/health science; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience - Completion
of Genetic Assistant Program, or completion within 6 months of hire date - Strong
computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office software, including:
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - Excellent
organizational, interpersonal, and communication (both verbal and written)
skills - Ability
to analyze information and situations, prioritize tasks, develop solutions
to challenges - Ability
to use good judgment and work independently, and in a team setting - Ability
to develop and maintain effective working relationships across the UCLA
Health system - Ability
to adapt to an ever-changing, fast-paced environment - Knowledge
and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties
assigned to the position - The
flexibility to orient and work at several UCLA Health locations - Must
consistently project a professional and courteous demeanor. - Compliance
with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards and is sensitive to
the needs of patients, staff, and providers at all times.
Preferred:
- Experience
in Genetics and able to demonstrate knowledge of medical/genetic
terminology and concepts - Experience
with EPIC electronic medical record application, File Maker Pro - Familiarity
with Progeny software