Genetic Counselor Assistant, Department of Medical Genetics

Position Highlights:

• Position: Genetic Counselor Assistant

• Location: Evanston Hospital

• Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem/Resource

• Hours:Scheduled as needed Monday-Friday

What you will do:

• Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing, clinical utility of testing, and the possible familial impacts of genetic testing.

• Assist patient with decision to schedule an appointment or obtain testing for patients scheduled in GCC schedule

• Document personal and family history and gather information necessary to determine reason for visit

• Support informed decision making regarding genetic testing and health management options

• Schedules new and established patient visits in accordance with patient preference and physician availability

• Coordinate patient care daily via check-in, order input, paperwork organization, end of day follow up of no-shows/cancellations

• Administrative duties as it relates to patient care and follow through

What you will need:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required

• Skills:

  • Strong communication skills

  • Ability to be flexible in meeting the demands of patients and physicians

  • Ability to multi-task and problem solve

• Experience:

  • Minimum one year of work experience in genetic counseling setting preferred.

  • Experience with Epic or other EMR system preferred

• Certification: n/a

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking

• Wellness Program Savings Plan

• Health Savings Account Options

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Community Involvement Opportunities

• Visa Sponsorship Available (Nursing and Lab roles)

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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